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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

sooae

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Averaged 62 and 61 in my first two years, including 2x 2:2s, but applied to Cleary last year after graduation and passed the initial screening. Did have a really strong final year though where I topped a module.
That’s so good to hear! I was holding off on applying because I got a 2:2 in one of my modules 😭

Also, can anyone confirm if Cleary’s deadline is tomorrow??
 

SamiyaJ

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Thanks for replying! I suppose I'm still within the 'acceptable' timeframe, I applied 9 days ago and still nothing. How was the SJT and have you heard back since?
I thought it was ok! I think lol. Standard scenario based questions, the slider thing to rank options, a section on numerical questions and then their own version of WG. I haven’t heard back- completed it last Sunday
 

l789

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Hi everyone would like some advice/opinions.

I applied for a legal/compliance internship at a huge hedge (very renowned and prestigious)

Anyway, after initial application, was sent a link to online test to do (similar to how law firms send SJT/ WG) however I had issues accessing the test and therefore the link expired ( my fault and I take responsibility)

I did email and try and explain the situation in a way that didn’t make me sound like a fool and requested if they could send me a fresh link. Never had a response from HR/recruitment so didn’t think about it.

Today, received an email that was not in response to the one I sent about my online test issue. It stated that I remain a strong candidate and still in the pipeline and they are reviewing my application and will reach out with next steps soon.

I’m assuming I’m still under consideration but it’s hard to believe as it’s impossible to bypass the test requirement even for law firms. If you don’t complete an online test it’s normally a rejection email.

Does anyone have any experience or advice on this. Perhaps I won’t get too excited.
 

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