Same, I'm stuck at the last two questions, trying to come up with something exceptional to write so nobody else would write it lol. I know my motivations very well, but stillme here still writing my Kirkland app...
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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whattttt that’s insane
definitely take that as great news it’s not automatic in the slightest 
Thanks, have you gotten yours yet? If not, then hoping you'll get it soon.Yeah that’s a bit shit in all honesty. You hire people to find the right candidates then outsource to AI to filter through written timed responses.
I would’ve thought they would’ve been read by the team themselves as it wasn’t advertised your get a written question in the online tests, you’d either see very genuine or generic AI answers which a human would be able to make an informed decision on.
Well done on getting the second stage invite whether or not it’s by AI that’s great progression
It's so frustrating, I haven't received any interview/AC yet, and I was holding onto that stage 2 invite for my dear life as proof that one of my target firms thinks I'm worth it.
Literal wording: Congratulations! Your application has been shortlisted for the next stage of the process, as you’ve demonstrated the potential we’re looking for.
Thank you so much!!!whattttt that’s insane
Hey!
"Outside work and study" just means anything you do in your personal life that isn't part of your job, degree, or formal education. This can include:
- Societies and volunteering (if not connected to your job / studies)
- Hobbies - sports, music, reading, gaming, fitness, art, languages. Anything that you genuinely enjoy in your spare time!
- Personal projects - blogs, small businesses, mentoring, or fundraising
- Part-time interests - these may be things you don't get to do as often, such as travel or cultural activities.
I hope that helps
When did you apply? Maybe they decided to switch it up half way through
Nope not heard back. Despite the written element which was okay, the Sjt was fairly easy. Although I didn’t answer one of them as I had a parcel delivered and I didn’t know it was timed
thank you! I didn’t even get a feedback report or anything is this standard?
Hi!
Not a stupid question at all - I actually wasn't too sure either!
Chambers describes it as: "A 'Spotlight' ranking is given to firms or individuals where the table does not have numerical rankings. All 'Spotlight' rankings are equal and the ranking serves to highlight a select group of firms or individuals."
Essentially, it seems like it is used when a team or individual isn't placed in a numbered Band, but Chambers still wants to highlight them for doing strong or specialised work in a particular niche area.
I hope that helps!
I think I've now accepted that Latham is a PFO for me seeing as I've still not heard past the Stage 1 SJT after 3 days, not really sure what went wrong there as I normally do well in SJTs and I've never failed any SJT before Latham's Stage 1 (with the exception of my first time doing one for a Barclays scheme last year but I did not do a practice test either then). God I hate Cappfinity...
I applied on November 4th. I don't remember getting any feedback and can't find any in my inbox!When did you apply? Maybe they decided to switch it up half way through
Nope not heard back. Despite the written element which was okay, the Sjt was fairly easy. Although I didn’t answer one of them as I had a parcel delivered and I didn’t know it was timed
I didn’t even get a feedback report or anything is this standard?
if it helps, I think you're worth it
also don't be disheartened! Your AC will come in time, I'm sure of it!
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I hope so, thanks. And same wishes to you!! At this moment, I'm just praying some firm gives me a chance despite my non-target uni abroad LOLif it helps, I think your worth it
Ahh okay thanks I applied 24th Nov did the test 28th.
Just have to wait it out! I’m sure good news will come in the new year.
For White & Case’s question, “Please use the space below to provide details of any careers events you have attended (e.g. insight days, workshops, presentations etc.). These do not need to be White & Case specific. (Max. 350 words)”:
(a) What structure should I follow?
(b) Can I refer to virtual events such as those run by TCLA? I am an international student so, apart from one Open Day, I do not have much in-person experience. Virtual events have therefore been particularly valuable for me.
I would appreciate feedback from anyone who has applied, and also from @Abbie Whitlock and @Andrei Radu , who are known for their structure and strategies here in TCLA
Thank you in advance!
(a) What structure should I follow?
(b) Can I refer to virtual events such as those run by TCLA? I am an international student so, apart from one Open Day, I do not have much in-person experience. Virtual events have therefore been particularly valuable for me.
I would appreciate feedback from anyone who has applied, and also from @Abbie Whitlock and @Andrei Radu , who are known for their structure and strategies here in TCLA
Thank you in advance!
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