Sounds like they review applications as they go but they don’t shortlist candidates for interview until after the final candidate’s test is completed.Hi, is it too late to apply for Baker's Spring scheme? Deadline is 1st December. In events they said that they review on semi rolling basis (whatever that means). Does semi rolling mean they would start filling up spots?
Their app page says this:
"October 1st 2021 - Applications open.
October 1st - December 30th 2021 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
December 1st 2021 - Application deadline.
November - December 2021 - Successful candidates will be sent an invite to undertake an online test."
Thanks Jessica! I was only reconsidering because I could always make a summer VS app (and I'll be rather early in applying that opening!)Sounds like they review applications as they go but they don’t shortlist candidates for interview until after the final candidate’s test is completed.
If you want to apply to the firm and the opportunity, I would apply. I think too many people get caught up in the mechanisms of rolling recruitment. You can only put yourself in the running if you apply. Ideally you would apply earlier but that won’t always be the case, and that shouldn’t put you off.
The vast majority of applicants will apply within 72 hours of a vacancy closing.
For Mayer B I would recommend doing them when your brain feels fresh as for the VRT there are different components and they do take a while to completeHi Guys,
I need to complete the Mayer B and Reed automatic tests..any tips?
If you are happy to wait until the summer to secure a VS, then you could apply for that. But if you are looking for a spring scheme and want to look to convert to a TC sooner, then it might be worthwhile applying for the Spring. It really depends what else you are applying to and the other potential offers you could get.Thanks Jessica! I was only reconsidering because I could always make a summer VS app (and I'll be rather early in applying that opening!)
Thank you so much, I will follow your suggestionFor Mayer B I would recommend doing them when your brain feels fresh as for the VRT there are different components and they do take a while to complete
Hi @AW_08,L&W PFO just came in! That was the last of my WVS apps - hoping that Spring/Summer will be more successful!!
@George.E., from a fellow George, congratulations!NRF WVS Offer!!! 🥳
Thank you so much for your kind words and offer of help!Hi @AW_08,
I am really sorry to hear this. If it helps, I never applied to a WVS (only Spring and Summer!). You really do have plenty of time left this cycle. You are arguably in an even better position than I was too because you have applications written which you can iterate and improve upon.
Do you know the firms that you are going to apply to for Spring and Summer schemes?
Always here if you need any further help or guidance!
@AW_08,Thank you so much for your kind words and offer of help!
I've got a spreadsheet of firms that I've still got left, so hoping they'll be better. Just not too sure where I'm going wrong - really wish they offered some form of feedback!
Same! I honestly don’t know how to make my application better. Can’t figure out what the firm is looking for.L&W PFO just came in! That was the last of my WVS apps - hoping that Spring/Summer will be more successful!!
I went to the one last year and it's fantastic - really comprehensive and thorough! You'll have a good time.Anybody else going to the Gibson open day?😊
Have they responded to open day applications already? Applied for heard nothing yet.Anybody else going to the Gibson open day?😊
Yeah I was confused with A&O as well. Applied in late Sep for March 2024 TC, I've seen both PFO and AC being sent out but still silence for me.Same! I honestly don’t know how to make my application better. Can’t figure out what the firm is looking for.
on a separate note does anyone know how long it takes to hear back from A&O after a direct TC app?
Sending everyone love! Push on till Christmas. Have faith in you all! ❤️