TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[Lily721]

hi all, I was wondering whether the WG test for Baker McKenzie, is like a typical WG? I remember when they first included a test in their recruitment process it was bespoke to BM and differed from the traditional WG, but I am wondering if this has changed over the last couple of years and they are now using a "proper WG"

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

@Jessica Booker i applied on the 5th January for the summer vac scheme and haven’t heard from white & case. I know you don’t have a crystal ball (sadly) but if others who applied after me have heard back, should I assume it’s likely to be a PFO? Thanks!

No - I don’t think you should assume that unfortunately (or is that fortunately!).

 

[jessicamcnamara]

Good luck! They seem to get back to candidates very quickly after the test. I’m pretty sure there’s a set pass mark! And then they just automatically invite those that pass the mark (that’s what it seems like anyway)

Congratulations!!! I applied for Manchester too I only did the test last night. When did you do yours please?

 

[axbg]

Anyone applied to W&C Summer VS in December? any response?

yeah me and i received the VI last week! i applied on the 21st of dec

 

[commerciallawyer2910]

No - I don’t think you should assume that unfortunately (or is that fortunately!).

thank you! maybe checking this thread isn’t helpful (very happy for you all it’s just making me stressed that w&c has ghosted me)

 

[elladarby]

Hi All,

I have a vacation scheme AC tomorrow at Mills & reeve, and was wondering if anyone had any final tips/tricks?

It consists of:
- an individual case study presentation
- a group exercise
- an interview
- a written exercise

Any advice at all would be so so appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[Ambs123]

Congratulations!!! I applied for Manchester too I only did the test last night. When did you do yours please?

I applied for London and did my test on Sunday!

 

[kokothemagicdragon]

Hi guys, I've officially ended my first VS cycle and managed to nab two vac schemes! I won't be on here anymore hopefully but I wanted to share my applications for Davis Polk, Sullivan & Cromwell and W illkie. I got rejected post AC for DP and S&C and post V&I for W illkie but wanted to share what I'd written for any future applicants needing inspiration (not plagarism xD). I won't share my apps for the two I got for privacy reasons but will do so after the schemes for all future applicants. All the best to those currently still in the app process and hope future applicants will find this.

 

[Autotunedbird]

Reminder that a PFO isn't a PFO until you receive one (saying that for me too)

 

[Raynz]

Anyone applied to W&C Summer VS in December? any response?

Applied 19 Dec. Got VI invite 9 Feb.

 

[Lawdolphin]

Has anyone done the CRS VI? Would hugely appreciate any tips!!

 

[lik0401]

Hi - has anyone got any advice for the Goodwin interview? I have one tomorrow, it would be much much appreciated

 

[Deleted member 21782]

The highs and lows that come with an application cycle are something else. I had to take some time to digest it all today. Never in my life have I been so nervous about emails. Like who actually invented VIs and why are they so hard!

Can't imagine what I would be like if I got invited to an AC or final interview.

I don't envy those waiting for decisions post-AC. You must be some of the strongest people on the planet!

Everyone should be really proud of themselves and celebrate each success as it comes along. Patting myself on the back every time I get past the application stage has helped me manage my own expectations and given me some perspective. I see everything after that as a lottery that I may win or may not win.

As long as we all persevere, we will all get there in the end!

 

[lik0401]

Hopefully Willkie news tomorrow - fingers crossed for us all!

 

[ISABE11A]

Hi All,

I have a vacation scheme AC tomorrow at Mills & reeve, and was wondering if anyone had any final tips/tricks?

It consists of:
- an individual case study presentation
- a group exercise
- an interview
- a written exercise

Any advice at all would be so so appreciated.

Thanks!

Congrats!! I had one last year, I passed the AC but flunked the interview (it used to be the final pre-VS stage).

I can’t advise on the case study presentation because ours was a group presentation. But it involved a lot commercial awareness (just pick 3 news stories, study them, try to relate them to the task somehow).

My written task related to the group case study presentation, so make sure you make enough notes during the presentation preperation time just in case!!

My interviewers read their questions off a script. It was the “why M&R, why law, tell me a time when….” questions, then 3 scenario questions eg “your supervisor gives you these 5 things to do, how would you prioritise them?”.

Good luck!!! And just enjoy it. I really enjoyed my M&R AC! And

 

[Autotunedbird]

The highs and lows that come with an application cycle are something else. I had to take some time to digest it all today. Never in my life have I been so nervous about emails. Like who actually invented VIs and why are they so hard!

Can't imagine what I would be like if I got invited to an AC or final interview.

I don't envy those waiting for decisions post-AC. You must be some of the strongest people on the planet!

Everyone should be really proud of themselves and celebrate each success as it comes along. Patting myself on the back every time I get past the application stage has helped me manage my own expectations and given me some perspective. I see everything after that as a lottery that I may win or may not win.

As long as we all persevere, we will all get there in the end!

I relate entirely with you here, I haven't gotten to any interview stage yet despite applying to so many firms. It does get to me sometimes and I truly am happy to everyone here for how far you've all gotten! It's not easy.

Praying this week brings good news for everyone

 

[Zm125]

hi all, I was wondering whether the WG test for Baker McKenzie, is like a typical WG? I remember when they first included a test in their recruitment process it was bespoke to BM and differed from the traditional WG, but I am wondering if this has changed over the last couple of years and they are now using a "proper WG"

Issa regular shmegular WG bro

 

[laubedusixjuin]

MANIFESTING GOOD NEWS FROM TOMORROW FOR PEOPLE WAITING POST INTERVIEW OR POST AC!!!!!!!!!

 

[Zm125]

Anyone who's done Baker VI, can you private message me please?

 

[Bubbles]

Just did my VI with CRS and blanked out for 10 seconds gutted because I really wanted to get through but it was my first VI so idk good practice maybe lol.

Edit: this happened because there was a loud banging on my door. Should I email grad rec informing them about this? Will this be taken into consideration? When I attended the open day, they said that if something like this interrupts the interview, 'we understand' . Don't know if it would be the right move to email them? @Jessica Booker any advice please?