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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does DLA ever put people on the waiting list for their VS or is it usually just a straight rejection?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Amazing! Congrats! When did you have the AC and what office was it for?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I've heard nothing since app... can I ask when did you apply and when did you get the online assessment invite?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    You heard back yet?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    DLA AC! Any advice for what to expect?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Any tips on what to expect at their AC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats! Can I ask when it is? Just thinking about how far much notice they give.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is the pinsent masons blended assessment due straight after submitting the app or do we get a deadline, like 5 days or something?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Did you ever hear back from grad rec about this? Been over 2 weeks since submitting my VI (I didn't get a confirmation email or anything saying I've done it) - I'm assuming pfo, but would like to know for sure.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Really sorry to hear that. Can I ask how long ago did you do the VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I hate the way they word these deadlines without further explanations! I would understand that as being due Thursday night at the latest (counting 5 working days from the day you got the invite). But also, if you're close to the deadline without completing it, DLA send a follow up email saying...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I honestly quite enjoyed doing some forage programs for the activities themselves - they do help you get a taste of the work that you might be doing as a trainee, and also help you plan your time to do the task within the recommended timeframe. In terms of your CV, having a couple on there won't...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I've no clue (sorry for not really helping here) - but to provide my own experience, I submitted my app on a Sunday, got and submitted the rare survey on the Monday, and got the WG invite on the Wednesday.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    All questions are timed, first 2 questions are 1 mins prep, 3rd question is 4 mins prep.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you all so much for your responses! I competed the VI and decided to take break from thinking about applications for the rest of the week, which I think has really helped me to not feel too overwhelmed. And strangely enough, I feel more confident going into the application I'll be working...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    With all the applications and building yourself up for tests, VIs, and interviews, how do you all deal with the mental toll of the application cycle? And doing each stage, how do you all best deal with jitters/nerves/anxiety to ensure it doesn't interfere with your performance?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey, how did your VI go? I have a couple days left to do it but I keep putting it off because my nerves are getting the best of me!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thanks, I imagine we only get one chance to record and no do-overs?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey, congrats of getting though the process! Can I ask if you have any advice for the VI? And is there a time limit to prepare for each question then around 2 minutes to answer? With the VI I've done so far, the only consistency is that I've had 2 minutes to answer - but some had 90secs, 2...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    DLA VI! Seems like this is fairly new for DLA as I can't find too much online in terms of the best way to prep for this. Does anyone have any advice on what to expect? (Competency or strength based questions?)

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