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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That’s what I would usually do but there’s no questions on the application form so I wasn’t sure!
  2. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, I did! I gave a little extra detail and put in some smaller experiences from sixth form too. I don't think you need to reach it tbh because you don't want to waffle either so I wouldn't worry
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    For the Womble Bond Dickinson application, the work experience section gives 250 words per experience for details. Do I need to link back to the firm and say how the skills will help me as a trainee or just say what skills I learnt?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m struggling with this too, I don’t have much left to say other than a charity volunteer position as most of my experiences come under work experience!

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