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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

I’m convinced Candid/Vantage is trolling cos why did I receive a notif only for it to be yet another reminder for Travers Smith

I’m gna assume this is intentional rage-bait from grad rec and this is them rn:

Laugh Lol GIF
 
I’m convinced Candid/Vantage is trolling cos why did I receive a notif only for it to be yet another reminder for Travers Smith

I’m gna assume this is intentional rage-bait from grad rec and this is them rn:

Laugh Lol GIF
I got like 5/6 notifications reminding me to apply for bclp summer when I’ve already applied for spring…
 
Hi! Very long shot but I have a Milbank AC on Jan 7th which I sadly may not be able to attend due to work commitments. They weren't able to offer a later date, so I thought about asking here in case one of you has the same problem and would like to swap dates (if it's even allowed, not quite sure yet). I realise this is super unlikely but do lmk :)
I volunteer as tribute to take your spot on Jan 7th (I have not been invited to the Milbank AC)
 
For those that have previously applied to Perkins, what has been the timeline of hearing back post app?
This is what it says on their Linkedin re the process so I'm assuming by the end of next week we will have some more info

1. Application Deadline: 2 January 2026.
2. HR Screening Interviews: 19 – 30 January 2026.
3. Virtual Competency Interviews: 02 – 13 February 2026.
4. In-Person Case Study Interviews: 16 – 23 February 2026.
 
This is what it says on their Linkedin re the process so I'm assuming by the end of next week we will have some more info

1. Application Deadline: 2 January 2026.
2. HR Screening Interviews: 19 – 30 January 2026.
3. Virtual Competency Interviews: 02 – 13 February 2026.
4. In-Person Case Study Interviews: 16 – 23 February 2026.
Thank you!
 

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