TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[futuretrainee202X]

not sure ... I still haven't heard back!

Same, I am getting a bit nervous! Crossing my fingers for a response soon...

 

[lik0401]

Same, I am getting a bit nervous! Crossing my fingers for a response soon...

yeah same! I sent mine on the deadline, but hoping it gets considered!

 

[hopefullawyer123]

Does anyone know when Bristows interviews are meant to be taking place and whether they are virtual or in person? Still heard nothing post-VI...

No clue! Seems some have heard back, both with bad and good news, but a lot of people are yet to hear anything

 

[hopefullawyer123]

No clue! Seems some have heard back, both with bad and good news, but a lot of people are yet to hear anything

But I have heard that they are in person

 

[cyberjaz1116]

omg HSF Summer VS AC!!! This is my first ever AC so any advice would be greatly appreciated 😭 the invite itself means so much to me as an international student!

 

[desperateTCseeker1998]

Taylor Vinters 'Arctic Shores' test! Anyone have any experience with this? lol

Same! I did ‘Arctic Shores’ for NRF and personally hate it ngl, it’s like video games

 

[futureTS2025hopeful]

Do people tend to add partners after an interview on Linkedin / send a thank you email?

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

I applied to Dechert about a week ago - has anyone applied recently and heard back?

It took them about 2 months to progress me from app to vi/written exercise, and they’re conducting spring interviews atm so I wouldn’t expect to hear soon I’m afraid!

 

[aspiringlawyerr]

I did a VI before Christmas, but not heard since so guessing PFO

Also did a VI early Jan and haven’t heard back!

 

[LawDBA]

Does anyone know when Forsters tends to reply post-app?

Seconded. One of the first firms I applied to back in October and I haven't heard anything from them.

 

[kab]

The post-AC anxiety is a real killer - any tips?

Currently in the same boat - also interested in tips. It's hard not to go over how exercises went - like remembering how you answered difficult questions in the interview. I'm trying to focus on my next applications.

As a recent post-AC anxiety sufferer I know how you both feel! Here are some things that helped me:

• This post:

• Absolutely - the key is to reflect on the positives of the experience and focus less on the outcome. Whilst that can be really hard to do, the way you perceive your AC affects how you think about it. I always think about what an opportunity it is to be at the firm. You reached this stage, so you are clearly a great candidate! Know your worth, and don't let the outcome of an AC determine that.

  
  
• Remind yourself daily that worrying about the AC will not change the outcome and that your thoughts are not fact. It’s impossible to predict what might happen or how the interviewers perceived you, so all you can do is acknowledge that you did the best you could in that moment
• Give yourself time to ruminate. Strange, but it works. I gave myself 10 minutes a day to ruminate over the interview/assessment and journal my thoughts. This allowed me to express my frustrations and put them aside.
• Go outside and get some fresh air. Exercise if you can, doesn’t matter if it’s a walk or a gym session just move to get some extra endorphins
• Distract yourself with your favourite series, book etc. spend time with family and friends
• Remember that if you don’t get the scheme, you’re a capable candidate and you CAN get another AC

Hope this helps and fingers crossed you get good news!!

 

[hiremeplz]

has anyone that attended a Linklaters AC last week heard back yet? i know they said we'd hear back within in a week but the wait is killing me!

 

[mdoeslaw]

has anyone heard back for Baker Mckenzie summer VS post WG??

 

[bhbuygu]

Jumping onto the manifestation train but really hope we all get good news this week!!! 💪💯😭

 

[BonanzaBih_]

Does anyone know when Forsters tends to reply post-app?

Someone I know who has a TC didn’t hear back until March

 

[CorpLawyer00]

is a shirt with top button undone suitable for a virtual AC?

 

[LJ]

is a shirt with top button undone suitable for a virtual AC?

I personally always think it is better to be over rather than underdressed. It probably wouldn't matter for most firms, but you never know if the partner you get interviewing you is old school and a stickler for jacket/ties - first impressions and all that!

 

[elliehuck]

Is anyone still waiting for a response from the Eversheds Leeds office post-VI? Or from Pinsent Masons post-app? TIA

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

I personally always think it is better to be over rather than underdressed. It probably wouldn't matter for most firms, but you never know if the partner you get interviewing you is old school and a stickler for jacket/ties - first impressions and all that!

Similar question - what’s the general opinion on a blouse without a jacket? I want to look professional enough but I also get super warm when I’m nervous!

 

[Lawstudent3sp]

has anyone that attended a Linklaters AC last week heard back yet? i know they said we'd hear back within in a week but the wait is killing me!

was this for spring or summer VS?