TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[calebnash]

Macfarlanes rejection

Was this after 2nd stage assessment?

 

[FutureTraineeMaybe]

Sidley WVS rejection

 

[Sachin Chandra]

The Mayer Brown Vacation Scheme application contains only one answer section: 'Please use this section to tell us about any academic or non academic achievements and interests not covered elsewhere in this application'

Am I missing another one? It seems too little...

 

[rosedunn]

anyone still not received sidley rejection after applying in august?

 

[CharlesT47]

anyone still not received sidley rejection after applying in august?

Me too. But I feel it's coming-- they've already sent out loads of HR interviews so it's pretty clear we weren't shortlisted as potential candidates.

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

Sidley WVS rejection

I'm really sorry to hear about the Sidley WVS rejection - I know how tough it feels after putting so much effort in. Please don't let it make you doubt your abilities, as these schemes are incredibly competitive and rejections happen to even the strongest candidates. I hope you're able to take a bit of time for yourself and keep going with confidence - the right opportunity will come!

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

The Mayer Brown Vacation Scheme application contains only one answer section: 'Please use this section to tell us about any academic or non academic achievements and interests not covered elsewhere in this application'

Am I missing another one? It seems too little...

Hello!

You're not missing anything - I've just had a look at the application form too and there really is only that one question. It does feel quite short compared to other applications! I'd just make sure to use that section well to highlight things that haven't come up elsewhere

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

Me too. But I feel it's coming-- they've already sent out loads of HR interviews so it's pretty clear we weren't shortlisted as potential candidates.

I know it's hard seeing others post updates, but it really doesn't always mean the rest of the applications are out of the running - some firms take a staggered approach and send out batches of invites. Hopefully you'll get a positive update soon!

 

[Amma Usman]

I replied for the Jones Day WVS last Friday - is this too late?

Please don't worry about timelines too much at this stage. Despite applications being rolling, I always think it's better to submit a good quality application, than a rushed one...

Rooting for you on this!

 

[Shahenshah]

I'm so sorry to read this!! But know that this rejection does not define you or your potential, take it as a re-direction towards something better!! If you don't mind me asking, how much time passed between you completing the Simulate assessment and this update?

Didn't even get to the assessment, quite of a bit of time has still passed actually, I think I completed the Captivate on Aug 26, and heard nothing since then, got my rejection yesterday. I guess I was too truthful on the personality test! 😅😂