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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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CMS say that they sponsor visas for international students for their direct TC, however if you secure a TC with them you need to do their CMS academy and it says on their app portal that they don't sponsor visas for this. It also says that doing the CMS academy is a mandatory requirement of your TC offer.
Anyone who requires a visa for a TC will obviously require a visa for the 2 week scheme so isn't this just a roundabout way of saying they don't sponsor visas? Am I missing something?
Anyone who requires a visa for a TC will obviously require a visa for the 2 week scheme so isn't this just a roundabout way of saying they don't sponsor visas? Am I missing something?
Even I'm not sure about this, I'm going to email the Grad Rec about it and once I receive a reply a from them, make a decision.
That means they will sponsor TC visa for international students who are freshly graduated from the UK universities and for those who've already stayed in the UK for their studies during the scheme. That goes the same for lot of firms like Akin, CC, DLA Piper, etc which are not allowing international students from non UK universities as they recruit solely from vac scheme.
Unless they have a program in the country you have the rights to work, then you have no problem. I have the list of firms who want and do not sponsor a visa for VS.
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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Ahhh that makes sense, as fresh graduates have the post-study work visa option. Thanks for your response.
I'm actually applying for their Dubai TC but annoyingly it still requires you to complete 1 week of their CMS academy in London. Sigh.
Hi would the people who have received an invite for an interview with Travers Smith be happy to share when they apply?
In any case congratulations !!
In any case congratulations !!
Hi there! Out of curiosity, if you apply for Travers' direct TC, are you able to apply for VS in the same cycle if unsuccessful? I get that you can't if you make it to the interview, but I can't find much about whether you can in the same cycle anywhere. Thank you!!
Hey, sorry my bad. As far I remember it was a mix of situational and motivational.
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I've found the following information from 2022 which might assist - however, their stance may have changed since then! I would say it's worth emailing the graduate recruitment team to double-check, as I'm sure they'd be happy to confirm for you
Hey, I spoke with Grad Rec on a number of different occasions this cycle and they have highlighted each time that you're welcome to reapply in the same cycle as long as you haven't made it to the interview and you've made substantive changes in your application, hope that helps to clear things up! I'm personally planning on applying for the direct TC and trying again for the VS if it doesn't work out 😅
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I have quoted a post below in which I previously discussed this question. I would try to include personal experiences where you can - think about what unique attributes you have due to your experiences that would make you a good fit for the firm, and how they would help you contribute to its success. I would also aim to display the traits and qualities that CMS value through these experiences, to make your answer personal and tailored to the firm!
Hey!
That's a great question, and it can definitely feel open-ended! If I was approaching this question, I would think about it in two ways:
1. Personal Contribution - what unique strengths, experiences, or insights would you bring to the firm? For example, would you help foster collaboration, or do you bring in a global outlook?
2. Overall Impact - how does your contribution tie into CMS's wider goals and values? If the firm has a focus on innovation, you might discuss wanting to support the firm in delivering innovative solutions to clients.
It doesn't have to be something 'grand' - you could even focus on how you'd like to make a positive difference in your team or with clients, which shows self-awareness and motivation. I would make sure to link your answer back to both your personal qualities and CMS's culture.
Your answer could follow a structure such as:
1. Start with your motivation - why CMS? What about the firm has motivated you to apply there?
2. Discuss your strengths - highlight the qualities and skills that you gained from previous experiences that would allow you to make an impact.
3. Link this to the impact - show how these strengths translate into a positive contribution at CMS. This could be on a team level (e.g. supporting colleagues), on a client level (e.g. innovative thinking), or on a firm-wide level (e.g. championing diversity or sustainability).
4. Conclude - tie it back to the kind of professional you hope to become at CMS and the difference you'd like to make in the long run.
I hope that helps
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