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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

Thanks OB! That's a relief, I could foresee a guaranteed rejection if they started asking me about shapes :eek: I'll check out some of the practice ones
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- Jan 5, 2022
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

Just got an invite to do a Watson Glaser from RPC! I've never sat one of these before, does anyone have any experience with them? I'm dreading them asking those questions about shapes in a pattern
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- Jan 5, 2022
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how to convey a break in work experience on a application form?

Thanks Jessica!
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- Dec 27, 2021
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how to convey a break in work experience on a application form?

For the work experience section of an application, I'm wondering about end-dates. I started working part-time during the summer at an events place (started in June) but stopped at the end of September when first term started (I needed to move back up north for uni). Now I've moved back home for...
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- Dec 27, 2021
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Clyde & Co Application

No worries! They gave me three working days from when I received the email to complete the assessment.
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- Post #4
- Dec 23, 2021
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Clyde & Co Application

I applied for the Clyde & Co Winter Vac Scheme and I didn't find any application questions. From your post, I'm assuming they don't ask application questions for other schemes too. I submitted the application and later got a link to an online assessment, there were video questions...
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- Dec 23, 2021
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

For the work experience section of an application, I'm wondering about end-dates. I started working part-time during the summer at an events place (started in June) but stopped at the end of September when first term started (I needed to move back up north for uni). Now I've moved back home for...
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- Post #6,327
- Dec 23, 2021
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Should I link my answer here back to the law firm?

It does help, thanks!
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- Post #7
- Dec 22, 2021
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Should I link my answer here back to the law firm?

Thank you for the warm welcome George. I thought about what you said with me going beyond what the question is asking and I think you're right. I've now picked a single example that I have a lot to say about. Thanks for your help!
- Darth Vader
- Post #5
- Dec 20, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Should I link my answer here back to the law firm?

Thanks for your answer Jessica!
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- Post #4
- Dec 20, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Should I link my answer here back to the law firm?

I'm currently answering the question 'At RPC we work in a collaborative, forward thinking environment. Provide an example when you have demonstrated your ability to collaborate or have shown yourself to be forward thinking. You may want to make references to your hobbies, interests and/or work...
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- Thread
- Dec 19, 2021
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Applications Discussion

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