TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[nicoledm]

did anyone hear good or bad post WG for CMS regions?

 

[cf26]

Is it likely that DLA has sent out all their telephone interview invites (for London office)?

 

[manifestingthetc]

good timing guys, just got the NRF test 😭

MEE TOO

 

[elle woods]

MEE TOO

you know what, we are such twins I love it

 

[Rads]

I actually have just received the test so hopefully you have too!

MEE TOO

Hello! If you do not mind sharing, did you apply on the 6th or 7th?

 

[manifestingthetc]

you know what, we are such twins I love it

honestly, in sync ahaha

 

[elle woods]

Hello! If you do not mind sharing, did you apply on the 6th or 7th?

I applied on the 6th

 

[Ronaldo04]

Dear @Andrei Radu and @Abbie Whitlock . Could you please explain what a Written Exercise is/involves and how we prepare for them? I have never done one before and so would like to understand the basics...

 

[futuretraineeihope]

Have all TW (Spring) written exercise invites been sent out?

 

[manifestingthetc]

should i expect a PFO from Fieldfisher if i haven't heard back post assessment? think i've seen an invite somewhere but i completed assessment in october and put on hold but also the firm is non-rolling so honestly idek

 

[Amgrad]

they are a bunch of mini games that test your reaction time/ alertness more than any other ability imo

so do them when you feel most alert, which for me is 3-4 hours after waking up

being a gamer also helps, i played some valorant matches before attempting gowling's arctic shores & scored 20/20 lol

but if you're not a gamer you could also practice with some online iq games right before jumping in the assessment already fired up 🔥

It really depends on what kind of games. I supposed men tend to do better because they play kind of games that requires memorisation, pattern, etc. women usually play games like the sims, city simulator, etc. I knew this is just stereotype, but I've seen women e-sport players too, but quite rare compared to men. Personally I like 5vs5 or MOBA games which measures teamwork and strategy, irrelevant skills for Arctic shores 😮‍💨

 

[jojo23]

It really depends on what kind of games. I supposed men tend to do better because they play kind of games that requires memorisation, pattern, etc. women usually play games like the sims, city simulator, etc. I knew this is just stereotype, but I've seen women e-sport players too, but quite rare compared to men. Personally I like 5vs5 or MOBA games which measures teamwork and strategy, irrelevant skills for Arctic shores 😮‍💨

You gotta bust out your yugioh cards like its 2007

 

[MeWantTCPlz]

For those that were notified by DLA that they passed the WG, how long did it take from when you completed the test?

 

[lelezb1]

Hi all, how is strict is Goodwin with their A level requirement?

 

[johnsmith]

I'm about to cry hahah I keep getting personal responsibility as my area for development - I don't think I'll be making it to the next stage AGAIN 😭 the irony is that, like you, I actively take on positions of responsibility irl and love seeking more work to take ownership of. Haha I think I will be getting a Latham PFO soon 😣

I made it to the next stage this time round with that as my development point! I'm going to come out and say I enjoyed the 2nd stage VIs despite the short prep times.

 

[johnsmith]

Taylor Wessing PFO 😭😭

Same! :/

 

[elle woods]

I made it to the next stage this time round with that as my development point! I'm going to come out and say I enjoyed the 2nd stage VIs despite the short prep times.

OK that's super good to know, thank you!! How long did they give you to do the test? I'm so scared for the VIs haha

 

[noahsmiit01]

Any tips on Freshfields VI?

 

[johnsmith]

OK that's super good to know, thank you!! How long did they give you to do the test? I'm so scared for the VIs haha

I had to have it done by midday Wednesday, I'm working all day tomorrow and Pinsent's AC Wednesday, so it had to be a this morning job!

 

[elle woods]

I had to have it done by midday Wednesday, I'm working all day tomorrow and Pinsent's AC Wednesday, so it had to be a this morning job!

Oh gosh! So they only give you 3 days to complete it? And good luck with you AC!