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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, I got a Jones Day interview, so I thought I'd share my approach. I listed 3 qualities that I thought would be necessary as a Jones Day trainee - some things were generic, like analytical skills, as every trainee at any firm will need that, but some were more tailored. For instance, Jones...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you! This is for the winter scheme
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hogan Lovells says, "Our current application window runs from 1 September 2025-31 August 2026." So I assume that 1 Sep 2024 - 31 August 2025 was last year's cycle. You want to email grad rec and double-check though
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I would recommend Lift Off - if you're successful, you get fast-tracked to an AC anyways. But Lift Off will give you lots of insights and tips into the AC and how to be successful there. But it doesn't matter too much, as long as you make a strong application, you have a good chance. The picture...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you! I applied on Monday 08/09
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just got Jones Day interview invite!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    So are they essentially replicating Linklaters' process? Ie. just personal details, grades etc and no written questions at all?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    If a vac scheme application asks "Have you previously applied to us for any position?", does this include open days? It asks to give details if I tick yes, so if I was unsuccessful for the open day, would I tick yes and just say I was rejected?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi all, for the work history section, should I collate open days/first-year schemes into 1 experience, or discuss each separately? Thank you!

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