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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

Donna Paulsen

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  • Sep 23, 2025
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    Just did the Milbank test and absolutely bombed it. 😭 It was a last minute application, so I'm not too upset. For anyone wondering, it's an SJT followed by two 250 word questions. I was not prepared AT ALL for the application questions, so make sure you do your research before starting the assessment!
    Omg bye now I’m scared. I also applied last minute. Are the written questions firm-related??
     
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    Prudentia

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    Omg bye now I’m scared. I also applied last minute. Are the written questions firm-related??
    Yes, they are. I thought I was going to dodge the application questions, but they snuck them in at the end! 😆 I would have preferred to have answered them in the application as you only have 20 minutes to write the answer. You also can't copy and paste from anywhere else (system doesn't let you), so even if you have a response prepared you have to manually type it out.
     

    spamelinazoid

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    Yes, they are. I thought I was going to dodge the application questions, but they snuck them in at the end! 😆 I would have preferred to have answered them in the application as you only have 20 minutes to write the answer. You also can't copy and paste from anywhere else (system doesn't let you), so even if you have a response prepared you have to manually type it out.
    that is an awful way to test a candidate at an initial stage, holy hell
     

    Donna Paulsen

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    Yes, they are. I thought I was going to dodge the application questions, but they snuck them in at the end! 😆 I would have preferred to have answered them in the application as you only have 20 minutes to write the answer. You also can't copy and paste from anywhere else (system doesn't let you), so even if you have a response prepared you have to manually type it out.
    Milbank whyyyy😭 I was so happy when I saw no application questions on the form… this is an absolute sneak attack
     
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    BealMcAlly

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    I'm not sure if I'm allowed to share the specific questions... but as long as you know why you want to apply for Milbank specifically and brush up on your commercial awareness and understand Milbank's work and clients, you'll be fine!
    This is more than helpful, thank you so much!

    I have 4 days to do research I guess hahah
     

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