TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Donna Paulsen]

I'm treating it as a PFO. But who knows, maybe they'll get back to some of us days before a VS and say they have a last minute opening I ticked the spring and first summer option

Same, think it’s best to treat it as a PFO until we hear otherwise! I thought more people here would get an offer though

 

[BobThebIlly]

What time does Baker's TC application deadline close? is it 11:59?

^ anyone know?

 

[summersun]

^ anyone know?

I would assume tomorrow at 11:59 pm as nothing is mentiones that states otherwise

 

[BobThebIlly]

I think it goes to my jaded and weary state of mind that I actually wondered could it mean 12.01am?

Isn’t it the general assumption that the deadline is at 11:59 on the deadline day if nothing to the contrary is stated?

 

[helenaskelton]

Does anyone who has interviewed for Sullivan & Cromwell direct TC last year remember when they had their interview? Would be so useful to know!

 

[sooae]

hi @Abbie Whitlock! not sure if you’ve addressed this before but what type of written exercise do you think we can expect during vac scheme?this was part of my AC as well and it was more advisory so not so sure what to expect during vs thanks so much!

 

[8law]

Just did BB VI, won’t be sharing specifics but you get 1 minute to prepare and 1 min 30 to speak

How did you find it

 

[hxnnahrobinson]

I have just completed an application for the Howes Percival VS, does anyone know what the application process involves? Online, it simply mentions that an Assessment Centre shall take place but after the VS. Thanks

 

[Donna Paulsen]

How did you find it

It was pretty decent! Definitely not the hardest one I’ve done nothing to worry about

 

[alanshore]

any updates on cms insight scheme?

 

[abc124]

Guys did you do prose or bullet points for Baker, I can't decide, I know some firms don't like bullet points :')

 

[Harvey Specter - Presiding Partner]

Guys did you do prose or bullet points for Baker, I can't decide, I know some firms don't like bullet points :')

For mine I did prose cos that’s what most firms seem to prefer. I think consistency matters though so if you use bullet points make sure that it’s like that for each entry so it isn’t haphazard!

I imagine it also depends on what it is too. Things like open days, insight events or forages (virtual internships), if there’s a lot of them, then you can probs list those in bullet point form. ​

 

[abc124]

For mine I did prose cos that’s what most firms seem to prefer. I think consistency matters though so if you use bullet points make sure that it’s like that for each entry so it isn’t haphazard!

I imagine it also depends on what it is too. Things like open days, insight events or forages (virtual internships), if there’s a lot of them, then you can probs list those in bullet point form. ​

Yep I decided to do that as well, it's probably the safest option, thanks a lot!!

 

[Madison Pinewall]

Hi guys. I'm on my way to the Slaughters open day today but I totally forgot my 'professional' bag was packed away in storage (I have to move all my stuff out every term at Uni). All I could find in the house was a tote bag. Will this look super unprofessional (it said no dress code but we'd recommend smart casual..). If so, any suggestions on how to minimise the situation.

 

[CharlesT47]

Hi all, can anyone who's interested in energy/ oil and gas work PM me? I'm interested to hear why you are interested in this sector specifically. I'm looking for someone who wants to do energy/ oil and gas related M&A work but if you're interested in the project finance side I'd also be interested to hear why. Thanks

 

[haribolover]

Hi guys. I'm on my way to the Slaughters open day today but I totally forgot my 'professional' bag was packed away in storage (I have to move all my stuff out every term at Uni). All I could find in the house was a tote bag. Will this look super unprofessional (it said no dress code but we'd recommend smart casual..). If so, any suggestions on how to minimise the situation.

Personally, I would not worry about the bag as often they will place them away for you in a coatroom and you can take with you anything you may require into the room. I have taken a hideous backpack before and it has never really been an issue. As long as you look professional sans tote, it should be okay. You've got this!

 

[DoNotRedeem]

Hi guys. I'm on my way to the Slaughters open day today but I totally forgot my 'professional' bag was packed away in storage (I have to move all my stuff out every term at Uni). All I could find in the house was a tote bag. Will this look super unprofessional (it said no dress code but we'd recommend smart casual..). If so, any suggestions on how to minimise the situation.

Not an issue I’m any way shape or form don’t sweat it at all

 

[Madison Pinewall]

Personally, I would not worry about the bag as often they will place them away for you in a coatroom and you can take with you anything you may require into the room. I have taken a hideous backpack before and it has never really been an issue. As long as you look professional sans tote, it should be okay. You've got this!

Thanks so much, these days always stress me!!

 

[Madison Pinewall]

Not an issue I’m any way shape or form don’t sweat it at all

Hi thank you so much!! I appreciate this!!

 

[starrynights]

a friend of mine contacted SH for updates and they just replied saying they'll get back to vac scheme candidates by the end of this week