2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

[Staples]

I haven't heard from W&C re. the winter vac scheme at all since applying, and that was in early October. Is it worth contacting them, or is it best to assume rejection and move on?

Many people on here (me included) haven’t heard from them yet - not feeling too hopeful at this point tbh

 

[corplaw0702]

I received a VS a few days ago, and used 'Dear Sir/Madam' as my introduction to the cover letter. I don't think they're particularly concerned by the use of formalities (I personally don't believe any firm is really fussed). Hope this helps!

Can I ask what scheme you got an offer for? thanks

 

[CamilleL]

Hey,

I applied to NRF Spring VS three weeks ago and still waiting for an answer. Has anyone heard from them yet?

Thanks!

 

[lawlad]

Anyone applying for Herbert Smith Freehills here or has applied to them for their vacation scheme I want to know about their question 3 which is

What skills, qualities and attributes would you bring to the role?

I think a good approach is to say a skill which important for lawyers and why, then show how you have demonstrated those skills. For example I split it up into three separate paragraphs work ethic, communication skills and skills from my degree.

as an example I said communication skills important when working on cross border deals etc. Then gave an example of when I had worked with people from diverse background.

 

[DrowninginSQE]

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Ahh you've reassured me!

May I ask when you did your interview and when you heard back?

Also feel like I messed up my case study a little (time pressure meant there were a couple spelling mistakes). How did you find it?

I did my AC on Wednesday and found out on Friday

 

[Celestie]

Invited to games based assessment for Taylor Wessing! Thought I was going to be rejected as it been a month but so happy - this is my top choice
I applied 22nd Oct for anyone else whos wondering.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

I think a good approach is to say a skill which important for lawyers and why, then show how you have demonstrated those skills. For example I split it up into three separate paragraphs work ethic, communication skills and skills from my degree.

as an example I said communication skills important when working on cross border deals etc. Then gave an example of when I had worked with people from diverse background.

Thank you for this and I decided to talk about 2 competencies and is it important to link to HSF, for example, this will be important on my training contract at HSF because....

 

[Jony]

Sooo W&C replied to my email! They're still working through the video interviews - so fingers crossed!

 

[Katherine E Duffy]

Hi, just wanted to know, have places for Travers Smith’s winter vacation scheme been handed out already and should I hold out hope that they’ll get back to me? Thanks guys!

I literally only got my invite to interview yesterday so I wouldn't lose hope!

 

[Wajahat Jilani]

I literally only got my invite to interview yesterday so I wouldn't lose hope!

Congratulations! May I ask when you applied?

 

[sabma]

Is it a good idea to email grad rec to ask for an update on your application and if so, how do you do so in a polite way?

 

[Jony]

Hey,

I applied to NRF Spring VS three weeks ago and still waiting for an answer. Has anyone heard from them yet?

Thanks!

Don't worry, the spring results take some time to process. Most firms are still running through their winter schemes!

 

[DrowninginSQE]

I literally only got my invite to interview yesterday so I wouldn't lose hope!

Thanks for letting me know and congrats!

 

[SLKEJRWOI97]

Well - look at the competencies they want (eg. teamwork) and ask yourself if you've displayed that!

I was in one of HSF's webinars today and they said to identify the skills trainee would have and use those. So the standard teamwork, etc.

Hey,

I applied to NRF Spring VS three weeks ago and still waiting for an answer. Has anyone heard from them yet?

Thanks!

NRF screen on a rolling basis but won't issue any ACs until later in the pipeline. You may be invited to telephone interview though.

I suspect they're gearing up for their WVS.

Is it a good idea to email grad rec to ask for an update on your application and if so, how do you do so in a polite way?

Depends on how long its been on your app and whether the firm is rolling basis. Usually, 3 weeks + is when I email unless their website says otherwise.

 

[sabma]

I was in one of HSF's webinars today and they said to identify the skills trainee would have and use those. So the standard teamwork, etc.



NRF screen on a rolling basis but won't issue any ACs until later in the pipeline. You may be invited to telephone interview though.

I suspect they're gearing up for their WVS.



Depends on how long its been on your app and whether the firm is rolling basis. Usually, 3 weeks + is when I email unless their website says otherwise.

Thanks! It’s not rolling basis. How would you loosely phrase your email?

 

[s10]

I got rejected yday morning!!

Really sorry to hear that. May I ask when you finished your VI and tests?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Is it a good idea to email grad rec to ask for an update on your application and if so, how do you do so in a polite way?

Do you really need an update on your application? If not, then generally I'd avoid asking.

 

[pinnip]

Anyone not heard back from Latham after doing the VI?

 

[plumblazer]

Anyone not heard back from Latham after doing the VI?

I haven't! Have you?

 

[plumblazer]

Is anyone waiting to hear back from Willkie post-VI? I'm nearing the two-week mark so steeling myself for rejection