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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just seen that NRF allow second applications - if I have been rejected for their wvs, can i now apply for summer?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Oh nice one lol good luck with yours!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is this something all applicants get, or is it selective? I got one too but wasn’t sure whether I should be happy or not haha
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How much do people think a 2.1 is a disadvantage to having a first?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I applied to King & Spalding’s in person insight day but was rejected (I applied literally on the night of the deadline so can’t complaint) - in their email they’ve invited me to their virtual one on the 16th. Do you reckon they liked my application but couldn’t offer me a place in person due to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I saw the train strikes might be cancelled so I guess there’s still hope it’ll be in person for you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sorry if this has been asked before, but is there a difference in the way you should approach applications to american firms v UK? Thanks!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I was just rejected from a firm where I believed my application was very strong and am feeling disappointed I wasn’t even given an interview. Is it possible for me to email asking for feedback on my application, or is this something frowned upon? Thanks!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    thank you! future trainee but current legend
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    what are the best ways of researching distinctions between firms? band rankings are fairly surface level - I can’t seem to find much specific info on a firm’s website/other internet searches on where a firm may particularly excel
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    when applying to firms that excel in multiple practice areas, is it a good idea to zoom in on one as a reason for why you are applying? I.e. with a small word count e.g 300 is it better to go more in depth on one area or try and write a more holistic answer?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    are you meant to also mention relevant skills under experience, or just what you did at various roles?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    When applying for PWC is there also no space for entering experience for anyone else? All I can see is a section for skills and LinkedIn

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