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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 246693" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hello!</p><p></p><p>Huge congratulations on the vacation scheme - that is amazing news!</p><p></p><p>I would honestly keep it quite simple - the best "strategy" is usually to pick the area that you are genuinely most interested in and think you'll perform well in. You are far more likely to impress if you are engaged, asking good questions and actually enjoying the work. </p><p></p><p>If you are truly unsure, I think all three of your approaches are sensible in different ways:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Bigger teams can mean more structure and exposure</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The firm's strongest / best known areas could carry visibility</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Smaller teams could allow you to make a clearer impression</li> </ul><p>There really isn't a guaranteed formula for conversion! On my first vacation scheme, I chose Real Estate because I had previously paralegalled in that area and thought it would help me make a stronger impression. However, when I was later rejected, one of the key feedback points was that I hadn't asked enough questions about the work and the context - on reflection, this was probably because I felt comfortable with it. It made me realise that sometimes choosing an area that you don't have experience in, but are genuinely interested in, can work better. Therefore, I would pick the area that you are most likely to ask questions, show curiosity, and demonstrate that you are actively learning!</p><p></p><p>If you are still torn, it does make sense to lean towards a core or high-demand practice area, but only if you have an interest in it. Ultimately, firms are assessing your attitude, work ethic and fit - you will demonstrate these best in a seat you are genuinely interested in <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Abbie Whitlock, post: 246693, member: 42112"] Hello! Huge congratulations on the vacation scheme - that is amazing news! I would honestly keep it quite simple - the best "strategy" is usually to pick the area that you are genuinely most interested in and think you'll perform well in. You are far more likely to impress if you are engaged, asking good questions and actually enjoying the work. If you are truly unsure, I think all three of your approaches are sensible in different ways: [LIST] [*]Bigger teams can mean more structure and exposure [*]The firm's strongest / best known areas could carry visibility [*]Smaller teams could allow you to make a clearer impression [/LIST] There really isn't a guaranteed formula for conversion! On my first vacation scheme, I chose Real Estate because I had previously paralegalled in that area and thought it would help me make a stronger impression. However, when I was later rejected, one of the key feedback points was that I hadn't asked enough questions about the work and the context - on reflection, this was probably because I felt comfortable with it. It made me realise that sometimes choosing an area that you don't have experience in, but are genuinely interested in, can work better. Therefore, I would pick the area that you are most likely to ask questions, show curiosity, and demonstrate that you are actively learning! If you are still torn, it does make sense to lean towards a core or high-demand practice area, but only if you have an interest in it. Ultimately, firms are assessing your attitude, work ethic and fit - you will demonstrate these best in a seat you are genuinely interested in :) [/QUOTE]
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