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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Wow this is super helpful and exactly what I was looking for! Thank you for linking this thread to me, I appreciate it! :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I agree, I have no idea how to convert a vacation scheme into a training contract and I have a spring vacation scheme coming up. I've seen some threads about conversion, but they're not as detailed as I'd like and they're more-so about imposter syndrome rather than the work you do / how to build...
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    You Only Need One Yes- With Natasha

    This was such a great post to read, thank you Natasha and Naomi for sharing! I was wondering if you could provide some advice for converting a vacation scheme into a training contract. I have a spring vacation scheme coming up and it would be extremely helpful! I know you mentioned how you...
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    GOWLING LONDON VS OFFER!!!!!! I'm over the moon!!!
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    I think you've misread. She said she received the VI invite on Tuesday, not that she completed the VI on Tuesday and then got an AC offer. If you re-read the thread you'll see what she meant!
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    I don't think we had the option to pick, or am I mistaken?
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    Unlikely to hear within the next week in my opinion! I think it takes a while to watch through everyone's VI and assess! I'd probably say at least after a week then we could consider hearing back from Gowling
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    I would assume that GR would assess candidates later this week following the deadline so we should hear back within the next few weeks, especially as they have to set up ACs in time for their Spring Vac Scheme in April! I applied to London.
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    I did the VI on Saturday, didn't receive a confirmation email either! :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    How would you write percentages in an application? I am writing about placing in the top 5% for contract law as an academic achievement I am proud of but should I write it as 'five percent' or '5%'?

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