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

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SamTam99

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2 days- I was informed I passed the test within 2 days.

The portal said my app was under review since the day I applied and did the SJT though, not sure if there is a delay

All the very best!
Thanks for letting me know! I completed my SJT today and my portal updated to under review immediately, but haven’t had an email yet. All the best to you too, congrats on your TC :)
 

Veep9

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    Hi,

    I applied for A&O's TC a week ago(v late), did the SJT and got an email saying I passed the SJT, my app is at the review stage, and that I have the qualities of a A&O trainee etc.. THis is for the TC, rather than VS, so YMMV but thought I'd let you know. Haven't heard back otherwise.
    I didn’t get that email about passing the SJT. Scared now.
     
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    Does anyone know if one can apply to both HSF's Winter and Spring/Summer VS? The Winter VS app window is closing in a few days so I don't know if it's wise to apply for it if I only have one shot...
    Last cycle I was able to apply for both Winter and Summer- but it might have changed this cycle so don't quote me on this! Best to double check with Graduate Recruitment
     
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    kitty_kat

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    2 days- I was informed I passed the test within 2 days.

    The portal said my app was under review since the day I applied and did the SJT though, not sure if there is a delay

    All the very best!
    congrats!! just to confirm, u weren't informed that you passed the SJT immediately right? thanks and well done again! :)
     

    OB

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    Yes, I've got a TC, but applied to A&O a week ago, prior to accepting very recently. I've decided to accept my TC as the deadline was looming this week, but I thought I'd let others know that A&O do inform you if you passed the SJT(at least for the direct TC application in my experience). Good luck anyways for the applications and any others you do! :)
    Just checking as your response about the SJT has seemed to stress quite a few users out. Congrats and best of luck for the TC :)
     

    hopefullawyer101

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    Sorry if this has been mentioned before - is HSF winter VS rolling or non-rolling?
    Just a word of advice- I submitted by app today and haven't received the test yet, and in order to be considered you must have done both the app AND the test before the deadline !!! So I would submit ASAP, if possible.
     
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