TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[AspiringSols]

Anyone done or going to do the Eversheds video interview let me know please.

Hi, I've been invited to do the VI! Not sure what to expect to be honest!

 

[AspiringSols]

Anyone done or going to do the Eversheds video interview let me know please.

I received the invitation for the VI, not sure what to expect tbh!

 

[S87]

you were assigned 3???

how come i've only had one to do.

I only had one email stating 'Reed Smith - SST online test'.

I think it is a tech problem

 

[babylawyerjo]

Yep, me too. But when I log into my apply4law account it says that I have 2 outstanding tests. Just wondering if it's the same for everyone else or if they have accidentally assigned me 2 SSTs.

I got assigned two, I think it's because I listed their spring Scheme as my first choice and summer as the second choice.

can you let me know if grad recruitment replies to you after you contact them?

 

[pb15]

How can you prepare for a SJT? I feel like it's near impossible apart from looking at their values perhaps??

Also, I'm close to submitting my Kirkland & Ellis app. Does anyone know if there is a Watson Glaser test if I'm successful with the written application form?

if youre succesful at the application stage for Kirkland, then the next stage is a VI - they dont use WG test

 

[Elsa3.1415]

I received the invitation for the VI, not sure what to expect tbh!

Same here, and deadline is on the 28th that is soon t-t

 

[mustardcustard]

Hi! @Jessica Booker
Not sure if this has been asked before but:
1) I'm wondering if you (or anyone) knows whether we're supposed to attach a CV to a Freshfields TC application. The application page on the firm's website didn't mention CV, but on the portal you can attach your CV.
2) If the answer to the first question is yes, I would very much appreciate some advice on how not to be repetitive to the work experience section (since there is currently a significant overlap between the content of my work experience section and my CV).

Thanks so much.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi! @Jessica Booker
Not sure if this has been asked before but:
1) I'm wondering if you (or anyone) knows whether we're supposed to attach a CV to a Freshfields TC application. The application page on the firm's website didn't mention CV, but on the portal you can attach your CV.
2) If the answer to the first question is yes, I would very much appreciate some advice on how not to be repetitive to the work experience section (since there is currently a significant overlap between the content of my work experience section and my CV).

Thanks so much.

There is no need to do this. I think it’s just where their application system is used for other roles that don’t have an application form.

 

[mustardcustard]

There is no need to do this. I think it’s just where their application system is used for other roles that don’t have an application form.

That's brilliant, thank you very much.

 

[Deleted member 3712]

Does Ashurst consider your test performance in terms of a benchmark to be crossed or do they weigh test results holistically alongside your application?

 

[Future Six Figure Fee Earner]

Anyone heard back from Mayer Brown?

 

[Future Six Figure Fee Earner]

Does Ashurst consider your test performance in terms of a benchmark to be crossed or do they weigh test results holistically alongside your application?

What was the Ashurst test like? I want to apply but I've heard its a weird test that only they use.

 

[eleven14og]

What was the Ashurst test like? I want to apply but I've heard its a weird test that only they use.

I haven’t done it yet. That’s why I want to know how they weigh it so I can mentally prepare myself. I am struggling deeply with firms’ weird tests. My computer can’t cope with them and I always end up doing badly because of glitches

I applied last year and was invited to AC. The first test is like a mini game-based assessment, with questions like how to get from point A to point B with the least steps. The second test is to test emotional intelligence, asking what emotion the pictures show. I got around 60%-70% for both but I saw there are much higher scores on this forum last year. So I assume it may be just a bench mark? They didn't mention anything about the test results during the AC. Hope this helps!

 

[Ghassen]

I received an invitation to attend the Mayer Brown open day in Jan. Does anyone know how many people they generally invite to these events?

Hi ! Received it as well.

 

[jomar]

Hi ! Received it as well.

Was this a direct app or a result of the vacation scheme application?

 

[Ghassen]

Was this a direct app or a result of the vacation scheme application?

Just an application to the open day.

 

[BeGrateful.101]

Does anyone know what's Ropes & Gray's min A-level requirements? TIA

 

[F99]

Anyone invited to complete the Baker McKenzie WG received the actual test link yet?

 

[BeGrateful.101]

Anyone invited to complete the Baker McKenzie WG received the actual test link yet?

Yes mine was in junk

 

[F99]

Yes mine was in junk

When was it sent?