- Feb 17, 2018
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Hi All,
I just got offered the summer VS with JD (!!!), although I preferred Spring. In fact, I chose to interview earlier and took a last minute slot after someone cancelled in order to ensure that I had a better shot at the Spring VS. I'm a bit concerned because other firms I have applied to, or progressed with have overlapping schemes. Is it highly inappropriate to ask if it would be possible to be moved to the spring, if possible? Otherwise, I fear that this will be detrimental for any other firms that require a VS with them. Of course, I'd take the summer VS if they can't move me.
In the alternative, Bakers for example, has the same process for VS and TC applicants. I am in the process at VI stage, can I ask them to change my application to a direct TC?
Very confused, as I just don't know what the right thing to do is, and I'd like to have options given that I'm an international student.
Would appreciate any/all advice! Thank you. Do you have any advice @Jessica Booker @Jaysen
First of all, well done! That's fantastic news.
I have a feeling JD will have put you on the summer VS because they have filled up for spring. I can't say this for sure though. If you do want to request this, I don't see the harm in asking if you could be moved to spring. I'd make it clear when you speak with them that if this is not possible, you are absolutely fine with summer. If it was me, I would probably leave out that this was a result of a vacation scheme clash.
If that's not possible, you can then reach out to Baker McKenzie.