TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[billyonthespeeddial]

Hey guys! I'm going into my final year and starting to think about vac scheme applications again. I'm a bit confused about how to approach winter vs summer scheme... should I focus more on one over the other? Does it actually make a difference in terms of chances or outcome? Would really appreciate any advice on how to split things up or plan ahead!

As someone who has done a winter and a summer scheme this year: No difference in terms of competition or chances of converting as a general rule. Grad rec is very experienced in balancing these. Sometimes it happens that there's fewer or more people converting one or the other. But that's more about the individuals in the schemes.

 

[legallybrunette8]

HI Ram, for #2 - I'm actually confused if doing an LLM gives applicants the right to be on a vac scheme, something that wouldn't be possible for international students at all since nearly all firms have confirmed that they do not sponsor visas for a scheme. But here again, I've heard that the visa that LLM students are on doesn't permit them to be a part of the schemes. Could you clarify what the actual position is here? Thanks in advance.

Hey! I can be of some help here as well.

As @billyonthespeeddial mentioned, you'll only be be able to do a vac scheme outside of term time. I'm doing an LLM this year, and honestly, was not able to apply to any vac schemes as the LLM in most cases will still go on during the summer, which is when most vac schemes take place. I was only able to apply to direct TCs which massively reduced my chances imo.

But the good news, is that you'll also be able to apply for a graduate visa upon completing the LLM. Here, you'll be able to complete all types of schemes with no restrictions.

Hope this helps!!

 

[futuretraineesolicitor]

Hey! I can be of some help here as well.

As @billyonthespeeddial mentioned, you'll only be be able to do a vac scheme outside of term time. I'm doing an LLM this year, and honestly, was not able to apply to any vac schemes as the LLM in most cases will still go on during the summer, which is when most vac schemes take place. I was only able to apply to direct TCs this year which massively reduced my chances imo.

But the good news, is that you'll also be able to apply for a graduate visa upon completing the LLM. Here, you'll be able to complete all types of schemes with no restrictions.

Hope this helps!!

noted, thanks a ton!

 

[x_law2004]

Anyone hear back from Perkins coie post interview? I know offers are out but really thought I would’ve at least received a rejection

 

[BobThebIlly]

As someone who has done a winter and a summer scheme this year: No difference in terms of competition or chances of converting as a general rule. Grad rec is very experienced in balancing these. Sometimes it happens that there's fewer or more people converting one or the other. But that's more about the individuals in the schemes.

Thanks for your reply — definitely reassuring. If you don’t mind my asking, how many winter vs summer VS did you apply to?

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

Thanks for your reply — definitely reassuring. If you don’t mind my asking, how many winter vs summer VS did you apply to?

I applied to around 10 Winter and 10 Summer, and 5 or so direct TC

 

[helloj]

Is there a list for winter vac schemes opening in August - I am struggling to find it?!