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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

flower1

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Hello @Afraz Akhtar
I'm aware that premium members have 1 free application review per month, but I'm struggling to find where to upload my application

Also, if a cover letter doesn't specify word count or number of pages, how long should it be, and what sections should we include?

Thank you
 
Jul 4, 2024
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We should start a petition to get Vantage/Candid ATS fixed so that people can get apps in. I think TCLA LLP will support it pro bono. We can gather outside Rare’s office on Monday like:

Angry Protest GIF by Minions
 

InterestInPublicLaw

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    We should start a petition to get Vantage/Candid ATS fixed so that people can get apps in. I think TCLA LLP will support it pro bono. We can gather outside Rare’s office on Monday like:

    Angry Protest GIF by Minions
    By contrast I love AllHires it’s much easier to navigate and loads much quicker
     

    InterestInPublicLaw

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    help why is BCLP app a literal essay writing exercise😭500 words for each question is DIABOLICAL!!!! I need some insight on whether it is still worth applying so close to the deadline (tomorrow)??
    It’s rolling but you can submit a vac scheme and direct tc, which closes much later, in the same recruitment cycle so wouldn’t hurt your chances to submit it now!
     
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    Meg_Thee_Applicant

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    help why is BCLP app a literal essay writing exercise😭500 words for each question is DIABOLICAL!!!! I need some insight on whether it is still worth applying so close to the deadline (tomorrow)??
    nah yolo, im doing it now too, just popped a redbull LETS GOoOOOoOooOooOoOOOO
     

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