TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[tball]

For HL i did the online assessment on the 23rd of November and got the Job Sim on the 8th December. Hope this helps some people

Hey I can't PM you but do you have any advice for the Job Sim?

 

[Novaa]

im sorry if this is rude but who are u u joined an hour ago ??

edit: rlly not trying to be mean or hinder forum activity. it's just the repetitive ai-like responses from new accounts

I think Jaysen made a post saying that there are future trainees who are trialing for a new position

So that’s why responses might seem more detailed, as these are people who may be supporting on the forum in the future.

 

[badmintonflyinginsect]

I think Jaysen made a post saying that there are future trainees who are trialing out for a new position

So that’s why responses might seem more detailed, as these are people who may be supporting on the forum in the future.

oh that makes so much sense - i must've missed it. thanks so much )

 

[FutureTrainee213]

im sorry if this is rude but who are u u joined an hour ago ??

Loool, why is this giving "who are you" by the Kazoo kid? Not rude at all, we love a concerned citizen. I'm a future trainee at Travers Smith just hopping back on here for a while to see if I can help anyone out.

 

[Madison Pinewall]

Hey I can't PM you but do you have any advice for the Job Sim?

I'm lowk not sure how much you can say about these things without undermining the candidate integrity promise

 

[Madison Pinewall]

Loool, why is this giving "who are you" by the Kazoo kid? Not rude at all, we love a concerned citizen. I'm a future trainee at Travers Smith just hopping back on here for a while to see if I can help anyone out.

TS is essentially my dream firm (tied with HSF) any particular tips? I have my cover letter written and I think it's quite good but since its non-rolling I'm holding off as I'm scared haha!

 

[tball]

I'm lowk not sure how much you can say about these things without undermining the candidate integrity promise

yeah ofc sorry, just meant like how long did it take etc?

 

[Madison Pinewall]

yeah ofc sorry, just meant like how long did it take etc?

no more than 40 mins, the prep time is 1.5 mins I believe and the VI questions aren't there to trick you just your standard ones!

 

[iklawapps]

sorry if people have already asked this, but does anyone know what time Mishcon's application is due? like would it be safe to submit it any time before 23:59 tomorrow night? thank you so much, and sorry to ask!!

 

[FutureTrainee213]

TS is essentially my dream firm (tied with HSF) any particular tips? I have my cover letter written and I think it's quite good but since its non-rolling I'm holding off as I'm scared haha!

Ooh good choice, if I'm allowed to say that. I would say my biggest tip for the TS application is to let your personality shine through. One of the greatest things about this firm is their genuine desire to know you as a person (I remember laughing my way through my first interview with the partner). They really value a personality, as their culture is one of their top strengths. Of course, you will still need to focus on that firm in particular and your strengths, but try to think outside the box - maybe your strengths came from a pretty unique/non legal job such as flipping pancakes - essentially, make yourself a little unique. Everybody has different experiences/skills/interests but we try to fit a mould of what we think looks good, whilst throwing away what makes us a memorable candidate. Good luck!

 

[Rads]

Ooh good choice, if I'm allowed to say that. I would say my biggest tip for the TS application is to let your personality shine through. One of the greatest things about this firm is their genuine desire to know you as a person (I remember laughing my way through my first interview with the partner). They really value a personality, as their culture is one of their top strengths. Of course, you will still need to focus on that firm in particular and your strengths, but try to think outside the box - maybe your strengths came from a pretty unique/non legal job such as flipping pancakes - essentially, make yourself a little unique. Everybody has different experiences/skills/interests but we try to fit a mould of what we think looks good, whilst throwing away what makes us a memorable candidate. Good luck!

Hello! Would you have any insight into how many trainees does TS take through DTC v/s vac scheme? And what is the conversion rate like?

 

[JBM]

Cleary AC

 

[Trophy]

Cleary AC

Congrats is this for their summer scheme?

 

[Madison Pinewall]

Cleary AC

Congrats! When did you apply? I'm still waiting on the test 😂😂

 

[JBM]

Congrats is this for their summer scheme?

I have no clue i was pretty sure i applied for winter but seems i applied for summer

 

[Madison Pinewall]

I have no clue i was pretty sure i applied for winter but seems i applied for summer

they might have switched you over !

 

[Trophy]

I have no clue i was pretty sure i applied for winter but seems i applied for summer

Amazing. What is your application timeline if you mind saying? I’ve not applied to clearly but it’s on the list to do.

 

[JBM]

Congrats! When did you apply? I'm still waiting on the test 😂😂

18/10

 

[JBM]

they might have switched you over !

maybe. no clue.

 

[Madison Pinewall]

18/10

I think I have a while to wait then hahaha. 12/12 for me