TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[abc124]

Also does anyone know what's Covington's intake per vac scheme? If they take 8-9 trainees per year is it literally just a handful of people? :')

 

[baj5]

I think someone here said grad recruitment said they'd get back to us this week so technically they could still email today or tomorrow

But has anyone actually heard back for an AC?

 

[GT1205H]

should I assume Hogan Lovells PFO for their WVS if I completed the Job Sim on the 3rd of Oct and haven’t heard back yet

 

[abc124]

But has anyone actually heard back for an AC?

Someone asked for AC tips this morning so I think so? I haven't heard back

 

[RJ Ruban]

I went to their insight day on Wednesday. They said the first stage is a short application form to capture grades and eligibility information. The form has a section for any mitigating circumstances too. After this, they send out an SJT + VI (combined).

They assess the application, SJT score and VI together to select who to invite to the AC. Those who do well on the AC will receive a VS offer (both taking place in the Spring so no Summer VS this year). There are 12-15 places per scheme.​

Hey, has anyone got through the second stage of the online assessment for Freshfields? What questions do I need to expect for the HireVue? Are there any commerical awareness questions?

 

[aspringlawyer25]

I think someone here said grad recruitment said they'd get back to us this week so technically they could still email today or tomorrow

Hoping they do so by tomorrow so I know whether to book my trip or not. They're sure taking their time, other firms already making offers.

 

[STEM Student]

Is it at all worth applying to firms like linklaters if you do have a 2.1 overall in first year but some modules at 2.2 (because of mitigating circumstances). Like being realistic do you have a chance.

 

[lelezb1]

Hoping they do so by tomorrow so I know whether to book my trip or not. They're sure taking their time, other firms already making offers.

same. i hope we get to know by tomorrow, so I can book my trip 😭

 

[user55998384]

Simmons AC!

well done!! could i ask how much exposure you have had w the firm?

 

[Emmanuel J]

Hey,

Has anyone here advanced to stage two of the Freshfields application process?

I just had a few questions on the format of that part of the assessment/questions that may have come up.

Best,
Emmanuel.

 

[aspringlawyer25]

Hey,

Has anyone here advanced to stage two of the Freshfields application process?

I just had a few questions on the format of that part of the assessment/questions that may have come up.

Best,
Emmanuel.

I believe that was the job simulation test. Someone on the group explained in detail what the job sim is like with respect to Latham, it's the same format.

 

[sophiajan.e]

Can anyone share what the White & Case online assessment involves, e.g., SJT, WG, verbal and numerical reasoning? Are there any VI questions as part of the assessment? This is for the White & Case WVS.​

Can anyone share what the White & Case online assessment involves, e.g., SJT, WG, verbal and numerical reasoning? Are there any VI questions as part of the assessment? This is for the White & Case WVS.​

Hey, there is no VI questions (however I applied to the summer VS so I presume the cappfinnity test is the same?)

 

[chiichii]

Is linklaters academic requirements as strict as HSF kramer? Strict as in 2:1 in all module. I have a 2:1 overall, but have 2 2:2 modules, and probably without mitigating circumstances 😬

 

[elliece]

Any insight on how long after application I can expect the Bird & Bird WG test (if I progress to that stage)? It's been about 2 weeks, so I'm wondering if that means PFO. (edit: this is for Spring Vac Scheme)

 

[WhattheKeck?]

Cleary AC! :0

 

[c.t.tc]

Any insight on how long after application I can expect the Bird & Bird WG test (if I progress to that stage)? It's been about 2 weeks, so I'm wondering if that means PFO. (edit: this is for Spring Vac Scheme)

Try not to stress about it I'm sure there is still time for you to get it - right at the beginning of the application window it was taking a little over a week so it would make sense for it to take a longer now since I'm sure there is some application backlog!

 

[sophiajan.e]

Anyone heard anything from W&C SVS yet? I know I’m pretty early and I saw they have dished out batches of WVS VIs - assuming they will do SVS way after?

 

[aodsa12]

It takes around 7 working days! Mine was just at the end of the 8th day though so give or take

Hi, do you know if offers are made via email or via a call first?

 

[anon78365222111]

should I assume Hogan Lovells PFO for their WVS if I completed the Job Sim on the 3rd of Oct and haven’t heard back yet

Wondering the same thought I smashed their job Sim tbh

 

[abc124]

Wondering the same thought I smashed their job Sim tbh

Did mine on the 5th and haven’t heard back either, have they even started sending out AC invites?