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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

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Miss Chocolate

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No - you can just say you now have commitments for Spring - if you want to disclose more than that, then you can.

It may impact your chances of securing a spot, but there isn't much you can do about this - you can only be considered for summer given your circumstances.
If I could put aside my personal circumstances and wanted to maximize my chances of securing a spot, would you recommend I stick with spring dates?
 

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If I could put aside my personal circumstances and wanted to maximize my chances of securing a spot, would you recommend I stick with spring dates?
If you have commitments and the summer scheme works better for you, then you should state this to the firm.

However, if it’s just that you may be busy over the spring period, then just wait for the firm to come back to you and if you are shortlisted then speak to them about the opportunity to move as your circumstances are firmed up.
 
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aspiringlawyer47

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    Same! Congrats. Do you know how they recruit for TCs? In my interview they did mention we still have to go through a normal AC for a TC, but on their website it says we are assessed on the VC. Slightly confusing.
    Hey congratulations!! Yeah I was a bit confused too but I think it’s definitely an AC rather than being assessed on the VS. Where will you be based?
     

    3000to1shoteverytime

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    Just curious did everyone who complete NRF arctic shores receive the follow-up email about adjustments?
    Yes strangely worded. Have we all done so poorly on the Arctic Shores they assume we needed adjustments 🤣

    Seriously I just think it's a poorly worded email but also a reminder to ask for adjustments if you need them at later stages for the process.
     
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    Fd321

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    People that got accepted to Withers Interview/AC stage, which skills came out on top or did you not do so well in for the Cappfinity test?

    Thanks!
    I’m still waiting to hear but my top skills were detail and learning agility. I believe my “weakest” strength was initiative but that’s because I answered with their “collaborative”/teamwork culture in mind. What about you?
     
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