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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
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next stage! I got rejected pre-WG
I'd add to this already great advise and suggest the rule of three. For example, if there's a question asking you to give your thoughts on an issue e.g. a commercial awareness question, stick to three key points. This is an easy way to remain concise due to the timed element and to structure your responses so that you don't repeat yourself. Also, try using the video interview simulators to time yourself and practise (practise makes perfect!). I know TCLA has some practise ones! Remember to look into the camera and not at yourself as this is how you maintain eye contact with the viewer. Finally, stay calm, breathe, and enjoy yourself - you've made it this far already! Hope these small tips help too and all the best!
Ah thank you v much - I’ll deffo check them out!
My understanding is that most TCs are awarded to vac schemers but not all.
There definitely is an interview and AC for the vac scheme though. I believe that they have moved back to a telephone interview, rather than a video one, to reduce unconscious bias.
Applied on 4 October.
Invite to WG on 13 November.
Invite to Zoom interview on 16 December.
I sent off my application yesterday, so fingers crossed- good luck with your interview!
Hi all, I have been selected for an interview at Mayer Brown but I am very nervous because this is my first cycle so I have no idea to expect! Does anyone have any past experiences to share so I know what to expect? Thank you!
Congrats on the interview!!
Personally never had experience with the firm but, in case you haven't already, have a look at this page of people's previous experiences of interview at the firm: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/mayer-brown-interview-2019-2020.2288/
No I haven't, but I was wondering the same thing, I will post when I hear back
Thank you so much! I think this is for the later interview - so definitely handing if/when I get there!
Thanks! Feel like it is worse knowing the exact day you are meant to hear back
Thanks! Feel like it is worse knowing the exact day you are meant to hear back
I know! For some reason I expected to hear in the morning even though that's not always realistic
Thank you!! Yes it isCongrats!!
Also been selected, doing the interview today!
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