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

[Payal]

Same, I'm tempted to book the 29th

I was too but then I saw that the 25/11 mentions 'Law' specifically - so I might go for that instead

 

[Miki3999]

I was too but then I saw that the 25/11 mentions 'Law' specifically - so I might go for that instead

Yup, just saw that as well. Is it online though?

 

[JM1998]

I booked the 25th because one of the messages from them before said that it’ll be on the 25th so to keep that date free

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi @Jessica Booker,

I'm currently applying to a firm with the question:

'Please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or achievements.'

This is second to a covering letter which needs to be written. Am I right in thinking that we generally shouldn't repeat anything on a covering letter which we have already described in our application? I'm struggling with how to start this question. I'd quite like to add my personal experience growing up as my biggest achievement is helping my brother push himself into Law school. However, I feel this more suits 'what is your greatest nonacademic achievement' which unfortunately isn't a question for this firm.

Thanks!

You could mention the aspect with your brother in the cover letter - although I’d keep it super concise so it can focus on why the firm, why the opportunity, why you (you could put your achievement in the “why you”).

The extra curriculars can then be factually focusing on the things you have done outside of your studies and work experience both at college/school and university. Focus on what you did and the impact you had.

 

[Nicole15]

Hi - I was just wondering if anyone knew how many days you get to do the situational strengths test once you submit your Reed Smith vacation scheme application?

Hello it’s within 5 days - good luck!

 

[zlegal]

Does anyone know if winter vacation schemes are looking to be online/in-person/hybrid this year or does it very much depend on the firm

 

[AAA_a]

Anyone heard from Linklaters for the WVS?

Emailed their graduate recruitment and they said AC for WVS has finished.

 

[Payal]

Yup, just saw that as well. Is it online though?

Their website says it is virtual!

 

[Miki3999]

EY AC people: would you like to create a group chat to prep together for the day of doom?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Does anyone know if winter vacation schemes are looking to be online/in-person/hybrid this year or does it very much depend on the firm

Looks like it depends on the firm - I have heard it’s a mix so far

 

[vsapplicant123]

Hello it’s within 5 days - good luck!

Thank you so much! Do you know how many days you get for the Video Interview? and if you hear back straight away if you pass SST?

As background for all these q's I am going away for 4 days and don't want to get caught having to do a VI from abroad with dodgy wifi 😅😂

 

[Law2022]

Do you reckon Clyde is holding off on our PFO just in case they hold another AC in the coming weeks? Seems so strange to still have heard nothing despite the last AC being today

 

[vacschemeapss]

CMS VI as well! Good luck everyone ☺️

Congratulations! To everyone who got the VI invite, when had you applied and how long did they take to provide the WG? Does one get WG after passing the first stage?

 

[vacschemeapss]

Emailed their graduate recruitment and they said AC for WVS has finished.

That's so sad! Wonder why they holding off PFOs then!!!

 

[ps123]

Mayer Brown tests automatic?

 

[Elle W]

Is it important to demonstrate an interest in shipping law when interviewing at Stephenson Harwood? Worried that because I know nothing about it I won't be strong candidate as other people may be really passionate about their speciality area - advice please

Not at all - I got a VS and TC with Stephenson Harwood last cycle and didn't mention shipping once

 

[RS31]

Haven't heard anything from White & Case and Latham & Watkins after completing their VIs for the WVS (7 and 5 working days ago resp) so I am beginning to think it is a PFO

I remember somebody mentioned that the 19th was the last of the AC days at W&C?

 

[LongSufferingLawGrad]

App is still 'on hold' for Links...

The wait is so frustrating! Wish they'd let us know either way!

 

[LongSufferingLawGrad]

Haven't heard anything from White & Case and Latham & Watkins after completing their VIs for the WVS (7 and 5 working days ago resp) so I am beginning to think it is a PFO

I remember somebody mentioned that the 19th was the last of the AC days at W&C?

Hey,

When I was booking AC for W&C, the cut off date on the system was the 19th Nov. However, this could have been personal to me and/or easily changed to accommodate later applicants...

 

[AAA_a]

That's so sad! Wonder why they holding off PFOs then!!!

They said they've got back to everyone, which is confusing.