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

[Jessica Booker]

Hi everyone! I'm just finishing my draft for the Freshfields app and know that on a few events I've been to, they said they wanted a lot of the app focused on you but I was wondering how much about why i want to train at Freshfields should I include?

Remember that explaining why you want to work for Freshfields is focusing on you!

Having read thousands of FBD apps, I don't think there is really a set answer to how much you write for this, but I would make sure it is covered well in the personal statement. To me, the personal statement needs to show as much about your past experiences as possible (without repeating information from other sections) but this has to be balanced with it being forward looking as to why the career and firm are right for you.

 

[GXA123]

Any CC updates anyone?

 

[BM99]

Any CC updates anyone?

Are you applying to 2024TC or 2023TC

 

[GXA123]

Are you applying to 2024TC or 2023TC

2024

 

[BM99]

2024

Same here! I think CC's website says that we will hear about the application outcome by 22/12?

 

[GXA123]

Same here! I think CC's website says that we will hear about the application outcome by 22/12?

Can you send me the link please, I thought we would hear earlier as they were very quick with the 2023 TCs

 

[BM99]

Can you send me the link please, I thought we would hear earlier as they were very quick with the 2023 TCs

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[M&Amakesmyday]

Yes, there are not any essay questions for Clydes this year, instead its quite similar to the Linklaters application process where there's an interactive online simulation element that requires some video questions.
Clydes have space for four work experience elements which you can add detail to to help you stand out beyond the VI.
They do ask whether or not you have completed the virtual internship, but I highly doubt it'll be a case where they reject candidates based on whether or not they have done it- not everyone has the time or resources to complete the online internships, they are very time consuming so I wouldn't worry!

Thank you so much for this! I really appreciate it

 

[GXA123]

How we hire

The application process shouldn't be taken lightly. It's your chance to demonstrate what you can bring to Clifford Chance. It's important to present how unique you are as a candidate, so make sure to prepare by thinking about what makes you stand out. Put thought into your answers. Our...

careers.cliffordchance.com

thank you x

 

[Rob93]

Does MB give feedback or a performance report on the initial SJT/competency tests?

 

[OB]

Does MB give feedback or a performance report on the initial SJT/competency tests?

Yes you get a report with your strengths and scores for each section of the verbal test. Got mine a few days after

 

[GXA123]

Does the Clyde VI actually take 1 hour? I usually find these things take longer than they suggest, so just want to know how much time I should budget for it?

it took me around 2, but I took lots of breaks to calm down

 

[GXA123]

it took me around 2, but I took lots of breaks to calm down

also there is a lot of information to process so keep that in mind

 

[anon123456789]

Does the Clyde VI actually take 1 hour? I usually find these things take longer than they suggest, so just want to know how much time I should budget for it?

Honestly mine took me nearly two hours😅 I did have a bit of a coffee break halfway through, though

 

[GXA123]

everyone who got to the next stage of MB after the tests what were your tops skills and did u have any below average scores?

 

[elizabethjo123]

Does anyone have any tips for the Simmons VI/ written exercise/ tests? Mainly worrying about the VI as I've never done any sort of law interview before. Any advice would be v. appreciated!

 

[anon123456789]

Has anyone on here applied to the Bates Wells vacation scheme? If so, have you been sent the Watson Glaser yet? I haven't heard anything since the beginning of November and am starting to assume PFO 😅

 

[manchester12]

Anyone who applied to addleshaw Goddard, where did you put module grades??

 

[unserious candidate]

CC AC!

 

[A M]

CC AC!

Congratulations!!!
May I ask which scheme did you apply for and when did you get your WGT Report?