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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hey - my portal said updated on the 18th Jan and then I was sent WG invite on 21st, so they didn’t send it automatically after first viewing my app :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey - I’m happy to send you mine (not sure how legible my writing is though!) if you private message me your number I can send them on WhatsApp :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Yeah I agree! It's definitely something which has worried me but I've met so many career changers who are older and ultimately it's worth investing this time on getting the career we really want! Fingers crossed for you :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'm 26 and still applying! Try not to worry about age, I know easier said than done but our careers will be long enough to make up for starting later :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Sorry to hear about everyones Eversheds rejections, I also received mine twice! (London office and applied close to deadline) #onwardsandupwards
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I would still try to call them today because otherwise you might be left worrying about it over the weekend but it's up to you. You could say something like you're just calling to follow up on your earlier email and making sure they'd received it.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Also received Sorry to hear you are unwell. I would try calling them asap. Hope you feel better soon :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I noticed mine said updated on the 18th earlier today.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Also invited to Freshfields' WG test :) (for TC app and applied day before deadline). Super pleased especially as I was rejected for the graduate scheme earlier in the year!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Just wondering how long it took people to receive test invites for Mayer Brown after sending their app? I applied on the 18th and haven't heard yet.
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    Hogan Lovells Application 2020/21

    Sorry to hear this. I think seeing the WG reports is quite helpful
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @Jessica Booker - when answering why x firm in an interview do you think it would be okay for my points to be based on (1) firms innovative approach to client service, (2) sector focus approach, and (3) culture - or do you think I should switch one of these for a specific practice area of...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Just Dear Mr Dubes - the word count is quite tight and it’s just pasted into a text box so I don’t think they’d expect addresses etc :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Great thanks and congratulations!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey - I've just completed it! But waiting to see what Jessica thinks about who to address it to before sending. I found it okay but the word limit is quite short for the cover letter, what about you?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    For Mayer Brown's cover letter it says to address it to 'Mark Dubes', should I start my letter with 'Dear Mark Dubes' or 'Dear Mr Dubes'? @Jessica Booker would be interested to know your thoughts on this :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Incredible news Phoebe!! Well done and VERY well deserved!! :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Thanks Jessica, that’s lovely to hear :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Also disappointed to have received NRF rejection post telephone interview. Rejection is never easy but I’ve learnt from the process and fingers crossed the next will be better!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    They were very quick at sending me my report once I requested it and said that I had passed the test. I haven't heard about the next stage, she said they were still going through apps, so fingers crossed we hear good news soon :)

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