TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[OB]

what were the available dates?

When I booked last week there was 1st Feb, 3rd Feb and 17th Feb available

 

[EVjuji]

Just to double check, there is no verbal reasoning test in Withers's online test?

There should be at the end but it is more Watson Glaser style - and veeery easy

 

[NMA]

Hey, I was in this exact situation last week so maybe I can offer my perspective!

I accepted an AC offer back in December for a date in Feb (through a fast track scheme which was why it was so early.) I've been really fortunate to get quite a few AC's/vac scheme offers since, and realised that the vac scheme dates of one of the firms conflicted with those of the firm with the Feb AC.

I initially accepted as I considered both top choices, and thought, if I were to get an offer, it would help me to make the decision between them. However, I decided to pull out around a couple of weeks before. I decided that the first firm would likely be my preference, and, even if it weren't, I was still overjoyed with that vac scheme offer I had. More so, though, I couldn't imagine putting myself through another AC at that point in time. I completely understand that I'm speaking from a place of privilege (having other offers) but nonetheless, the process is arduous, and feeling as though you are constantly 'on show' can take quite a toll. There comes a point that you may just need to refocus your energy on other things, and I made the choice in enough time that hopefully, another candidate was offered that space.

It feels like such an honour to be selected for an AC, and I felt terrible at first for 'letting an opportunity go.' You do, however, need to look after yourself - you are clearly an incredible candidate if you have done other AC's! If you think you can, go for it, but if not, there is no shame in pulling out (it doesn't mean you aren't resilient.) At the risk of sounding harsh, if the prospect is bringing up these types of emotions (beyond regular nerves) you are unlikely to perform to the best of your ability even if you do push ahead.

I'm not a member of grad rec, but I can't imagine you would be barred from ever applying again. I simply thanked the firm for considering me and reiterated how much I had enjoyed the fast track scheme, but that I, unfortunately, would need to pull out and they wished me well! I think it happens quite often (for a multitude of reasons, not just conflicting offers.)

Hope that helps!

Thank you

 

[lawstress]

Just got a Shearman & Sterling interview, finally received some good news! 🥳

 

[x0.nora98]

When I booked last week there was 1st Feb, 3rd Feb and 17th Feb available

From what GR said, it seems like they are only holding London AC's on 4 days.

Think the 16th as well.

 

[mads_g]

Has anyone heard back from OC for summer VS London office?

 

[TCG]

Has anyone heard back from OC for summer VS London office?

Yes, received an AC invite last Friday.

 

[John Doe]

Just got a Shearman & Sterling interview, finally received some good news! 🥳

Oh, congratulations! Has anyone else heard back from Shearman?

 

[mckelly]

Milbank anyone?

 

[starman]

Milbank anyone?

Still waiting!

 

[voyagerbon]

Has anyone done the Eversheds AC this cycle or previously? Or if anyone would like to form a sort of 'study group' to help prepare, let me know!

Will be delighted to share commercial stories with you guys!

 

[A92167!8]

Do job portals tend to show things before email? for example if a job portal says AC invite and I haven't received an email - should I just wait or ?

 

[GXA123]

anyone else thinks it is a PFO from Gowling now

 

[Arche172372]

Milbank vacation scheme offer!

 

[Samir_O]

for those that applied to white & case summer vac and have heard back post app, when did you apply?

 

[unserious candidate]

Simmons PFO just now post VI/written exercise

 

[SCN]

Simmons PFO just now post VI/written exercise

me too, Simmons PFO. What a day. radio silence for a month then two rejections on the same day

 

[lawcurious]

Simmons PFO just now post VI/written exercise

So sorry! can i ask which office this is for?

 

[voyagerbon]

If anyone attended an Eversheds or Penningtons AC and could give me some tips, please dm. Have been to a Clyde AC so I am happy to share insights too.

 

[lawcurious]

want to bump and check if anybody's heard from simmons post AC?