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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

User22022002

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Jul 9, 2025
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I have my Milbank ac in 3 days. What recent news events or trends in markets do you think I should be aware of going into this? I've been successful at ACs and interviews at international firms but this is my first US firm AC. So any advice would be super appreciated!!
Congrats! When did you hear about the AC? I applied, but had issues with the second stage, which meant I had to repeat it but heard nothing since?
 

TS.Law

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Sep 6, 2022
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post 1, completed 5th dec so the pfo was expected 😭
I was expecting it since I read my feedback report. As a career changer, I can surely say it doesn't match my personality and way of working. For this and some other issues I have faced on previous assessments, I dont trust these platforms.

I have been considering seeking an in-house qualification if things do not work well this year. At least the process seems to be fairer although having fewer opportunities.
 
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