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

thank you both for this I really appreciate it!
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- Post #5,422
- Dec 15, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

little bit sad - got to BM AC last year. after it they specifically told me how good my written application/skills were. Just got a rejection pre WG this year... I basically wrote a similar application but upgraded with new work experience/skills/etc -- how can they have loved my written app...
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- Post #5,412
- Dec 15, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

just got NRF wg test too! so thrilled lol even though its so early in the stages
- tc.la.vs
- Post #5,340
- Dec 14, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

nope - nada. I passed it last year so wondering if they roll it over. seems unlikely tho?
- tc.la.vs
- Post #5,279
- Dec 14, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

in response to a few posts, I've heard nothing from bakers, NRF, W&C or HSF (after passing benchmark) for spring schemes
- tc.la.vs
- Post #5,225
- Dec 13, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

Thank you! Much appreciated
- tc.la.vs
- Post #698
- Nov 23, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

S&M AC invite but I went to book a slot and all the dates they offered me are in February? Is this normal or should I email and ask if it's a mistake? As always, many thanks @ everyone on these forums
- tc.la.vs
- Post #696
- Nov 23, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

For me it was 4th time lucky, so fingers crossed it will be for you too!
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,579
- Nov 19, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

Hi, best of luck with everything!! Here's my take on your qs: 1. Yes definitely mention your volunteering. All work experience is worth mentioning and I'm sure you got some "transferable skills" out of it 2. I believe the vibe is only mention it in your cover letter if you're going to expand on...
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,562
- Nov 19, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

The rejection is a killer I completely get where you're coming from. You just have to keep trying and going to events etc until something sticks! In terms of advice, get as much feedback from the places you had ACs at as you can - then you can focus in on what to improve for your next one. There...
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,492
- Nov 18, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

Congratulations!! I'm sure all of your applications were great - maybe it's just the classic luck of the draw situation
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,485
- Nov 18, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

me too but I put the spring scheme as my first choice. hoping they'll consider us! Have seen some outright PFOs so fingers crossed.
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,484
- Nov 18, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

me too just got it wooo
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,433
- Nov 18, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

haven't even heard anything yet re their WINTER scheme and not sure many have? Don't lose heart just yet
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,405
- Nov 17, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

winter : )
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,335
- Nov 17, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

winter
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,334
- Nov 17, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

Hogan Lovells PFO 🥳
- tc.la.vs
- Post #3,308
- Nov 17, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

same for me
- tc.la.vs
- Post #2,834
- Nov 10, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

lol that'd make a decent answer to one of those 'biggest achievement' application questions
- tc.la.vs
- Post #2,814
- Nov 10, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

thanks for this, that's really kind of you! I'm hoping that maybe its because I ticked the boxes for both winter and spring schemes... not likely but oh well!! Hope your AC was fab and that you get it!!
- tc.la.vs
- Post #2,806
- Nov 10, 2021
- Forum: Applications Discussion

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