2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

[OB]

I emailed HR this morning but haven't received a response back!

Did you get the email last week that we should hear by tomorrow

 

[ally_p939]

Is the open day a full day? Or is it just a couple of hours?

They said 10am - 3:30pm but they are still fleshing out the details of the day. They said that it is likely to have group work and also is counted by them as part of the vac scheme (1 day in April and 2 weeks + 4 days in Summer), despite being called an Open Day

 

[hamza alam]

had my telephone interview today, instead of saying 'pro-bono' i said 'pro-boner', hope everyone else's day is good

 

[Jessica Booker]

They said 10am - 3:30pm but they are still fleshing out the details of the day. They said that it is likely to have group work and also is counted by them as part of the vac scheme (1 day in April and 2 weeks + 4 days in Summer), despite being called an Open Day

Urghhh... that isn't good then.

Sounds like you will have to work out which vacation scheme to turn down. Bit unfair of CMS in my opinion to do this, but maybe is their tactic to minimise declining their offer to go to competitors.

 

[tractor12]

They said 10am - 3:30pm but they are still fleshing out the details of the day. They said that it is likely to have group work and also is counted by them as part of the vac scheme (1 day in April and 2 weeks + 4 days in Summer), despite being called an Open Day

Absolutely crazy. Can you move the other scheme to summer?

 

[Mxkry]

would love to hear back from ashurst and travers at some point.

 

[acceleratedlaw]

I got an email from dwf saying I’m on the waitlist for the assessment center can someone pls drop out and help a sista out ahaha

 

[Lohana]

Anyone still waiting on Penningtons (PMC). I submitted my app 31 Jan. Should I email gr?

 

[CL218]

Does anyone know the actual dates for the Arnold Porter summer vac scheme? Also, anyone waiting on any of the following firms:
CRS, Boodle Hatfield, Forsters or Withers (post-app) or MDR (post video interview, completed in mid-January)?

 

[Sebastian Clark]

Does anyone know the actual dates for the Arnold Porter summer vac scheme? Also, anyone waiting on any of the following firms:
CRS, Boodle Hatfield, Forsters or Withers (post-app) or MDR (post video interview, completed in mid-January)?

I’m waiting on CRS and Forsters post app - CRS I’ve written off though as a lot of people on here have had video interviews

 

[MandyAA]

Anyone still waiting on Penningtons (PMC). I submitted my app 31 Jan. Should I email gr?

I’m still waiting too. Applied 24th Jan

 

[breadpitt]

I've got a slight issue! I've already accepted a VS at Firm X. However, Firm Y just invited me to an AC, and Firm Y's VS dates clashes with Firm X.

There is only one scheme in the summer, and no easter scheme for both firms. I'm in a bit of a pickle. What would you guys do? Should I still go for the AC?

 

[Jony]

I've got a slight issue! I've already accepted a VS at Firm X. However, Firm Y just invited me to an AC, and Firm Y's VS dates clashes with Firm X.

There is only one scheme in the summer, and no easter scheme for both firms. I'm in a bit of a pickle. What would you guys do? Should I still go for the AC?

1) If you got Y's VS, would it be appealing enough that you would want to even consider switching it with X?

If this is a yes, then are you willing and able to prepare for another AC?

2) Some firms offer direct TC interviews if you can't make it for their vac scheme. But do you want to experience the firm for yourself?

 

[Lucyruns]

Anyone still waiting on Penningtons (PMC). I submitted my app 31 Jan. Should I email gr?

I’m the same!

 

[Jessica Booker]

I've got a slight issue! I've already accepted a VS at Firm X. However, Firm Y just invited me to an AC, and Firm Y's VS dates clashes with Firm X.

There is only one scheme in the summer, and no easter scheme for both firms. I'm in a bit of a pickle. What would you guys do? Should I still go for the AC?

Which firm is your preferred firm?

 

[GK8997]

I've got a slight issue! I've already accepted a VS at Firm X. However, Firm Y just invited me to an AC, and Firm Y's VS dates clashes with Firm X.

There is only one scheme in the summer, and no easter scheme for both firms. I'm in a bit of a pickle. What would you guys do? Should I still go for the AC?

Do you prefer Firm Y? Because if you'd want to switch then it may be worth considering the AC but if you know you won't want to switch I would say either ask to be considered for a direct TC application instead or withdraw your app if that's not possible because if you don't want the place they may still have the ability to offer that AC spot to someone else, which would work out best for all parties involved then!

 

[breadpitt]

1) If you got Y's VS, would it be appealing enough that you would want to even consider switching it with X?

If this is a yes, then are you willing and able to prepare for another AC?

2) Some firms offer direct TC interviews if you can't make it for their vac scheme. But do you want to experience the firm for yourself?

Do you prefer Firm Y? Because if you'd want to switch then it may be worth considering the AC but if you know you won't want to switch I would say either ask to be considered for a direct TC application instead or withdraw your app if that's not possible because if you don't want the place they may still have the ability to offer that AC spot to someone else, which would work out best for all parties involved then!

Which firm is your preferred firm?

Thank you all so much for the quick reply. I really appreciate the advice I don't have a preference, both are great firms. I think I'll do what GK suggests. Seems like the best option for everyone. Thank you all!

 

[John Travoni]

Does anyone know the actual dates for the Arnold Porter summer vac scheme? Also, anyone waiting on any of the following firms:
CRS, Boodle Hatfield, Forsters or Withers (post-app) or MDR (post video interview, completed in mid-January)?

I’m waiting for Forsters too. We should be hearing back soon

 

[EH96]

Hi,

Anyone who has done the CRS VI, the email invite clearly states 'The second part is the video interview itself. There will be five questions and you should answer all five in one sitting.'
I completed the VI yesterday but was only asked three questions and then it said I had finished the VI and it had been submitted. Did everyone else only have to do three?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Thank you all so much for the quick reply. I really appreciate the advice I don't have a preference, both are great firms. I think I'll do what GK suggests. Seems like the best option for everyone. Thank you all!

Then go for the AC and see if that helps you choose which firm to go for.