2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

[cmaj]

Omg congrats!
When did you apply?

Mid-late December!!! ♥️

 

[LH99]

I did it for this cycle. Completed my VI at beginning of december so you'll probably hear back soon

Just wondering, did you do a Dechert AC this cycle or previously? I completed the Dechert video interview for this cycle at the end of December but still haven’t had heard back about an AC.

what were the questions like?

 

[Chloe L]

Does anyone feel like they f'd up their Willkie written exercise??

why what happened?

 

[BFK]

Applied to CMS near the deadline and just got an email saying they've filled all their positions! Really wish I had applied sooner but congrats to everyone who got offers from them!

What was the deadline date and when did you send you application?

 

[Andrew M]

Hey! Hope it went well🤞 Do you mind letting us know How did you find the interview also what office/type of app?

Hey, I applied for the health stream in Liverpool.

I've done the interview twice now (I did it last year also). I think the main thing is to keep calm. It's a *very* quick interview - there's no small talk or chat, you get asked a question immediately after they introduce themselves. That's thrown a lot of people off (myself included). Most people I've spoken to have only been on the zoom call for 8-10minutes.

The questions themselves (there are 3 of them) test your understanding of the role and the firm itself. There aren't any competency or motivational questions. Be prepared to tailor your responses to the stream you've applied for. Good luck!

 

[AJLegacy]

Just noticed the following in the Russell-Cooke 'confirmation of application' email. Hoping they've been unexpectedly delayed given the closing date was last Sunday 😅

"Please note that interview dates are set and we are not able to offer interviews on any other dates. Remember to check your junk mail folder the week after the closing date to ensure you do not miss any invitation to interview."

 

[Andrew M]

Didn't apply there but always intrigued why people ask stuff like this? What does it change lol

It's probably because asking for updates is the only thing that we can do as applicants which feels like being proactive. I agree that it isn't necessarily healthy but it's understandable - we're all nervous and anxious, just wanting to hear back. A little empathy would not go amiss.

 

[Manifesting]

Goodwin PFO on a Saturday morning... Given that Cooley rejected me as well, my technology-focused US law firm dreams seem crushed unless Orrick or MoFo miraculously take interest in me.

 

[SB1539]

Didn't apply there but always intrigued why people ask stuff like this? What does it change lol

Because it people an indication of when they should be expecting theirs... There's a lot of waiting around when it comes to TC apps with very few updates from firms keeping us in the loop. There's a comfort in asking others as a way of an update.

 

[SB1539]

So is anyone rn currently preparing for the Kennedy’s VI after today’s news ??

Can I ask what time you heard back and which office for?

 

[TheLegend27]

White & Case VI invite! Applied mid-Dec 2020, any form of advice will be greatly appreciated!

 

[CJM.UC]

Have you heard anything now?

No, not yet!

 

[ofm]

Has anyone heard anything from BDB Pitmans and Gibson Dunn Vac Scheme apps? Haven't heard a single peep!!

 

[Naomi U]

Hi guys, could anyone please provide some advise on how to go about choosing a department for a vacation scheme? Or point me towards the right thread and people?

thanks a ton!

Hiya!

I always think it’s best to choose seats that you are genuinely interested in (e.g. because of the industry focus, type of clients, activity type etc, previous use of transferable skills or just plain curiosity I would never advise choosing a seat simply because it’s the main one or you feel you have to choose it simply because I think it’s important to be authentic and true to yourself and your interests throughout the vs process.

At the same time, I think it’s quite good to be open minded regarding the category of the seat e.g. contentious vs transactional vs advisory. I think it’s always good to pick at least one seat from each category as this will give you a wider insight into trainee tasks and commercial law more generally.

Also remember, you can always learn more and engage with other practice areas during your vac scheme by arranging virtual coffees and chats so don’t feel limited!

Hope this helps & best of luck ☺️

 

[Celestie]

Me: minding my business
"We regret to inform you..."

"This year we had a significant increase in applications and are sorry..."

Portal: Unsuccessful

"Your application was strong but..."

 

[Celestie]

Its been a rough week, thought a meme would help. Have a lovely weekend x

 

[sberry1992]

Sounding like a broken record now but has anyone heard from Penningtons post-AC? 😆

I haven't heard anything yet. I really hope we hear back sometime next week.

 

[Jony]

Anyone have an idea on where I can find resources for the standard interview question:

"What practice areas will be involved in this (hypothetical) deal and what will they be doing?"

Not sure if they're on the TCLA courses or in this forum, would be super appreciative if anyone would be able to share something!

 

[ab1147]

What was the deadline date and when did you send you application?

I think I applied on 1st or 2nd Jan and the deadline was 4th I think?

 

[Alison C]

Anyone have an idea on where I can find resources for the standard interview question:

"What practice areas will be involved in this (hypothetical) deal and what will they be doing?"

Not sure if they're on the TCLA courses or in this forum, would be super appreciative if anyone would be able to share something!

If you are a premium member, catch up with @Alice G's interview webinar from the other night which pretty much covers the foundations for this. I think the recording is going up soon if not already.