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

[Jessica Booker]

Hi @Jessica Booker - is it possible to apply to direct training contracts despite not having completed a vac scheme, what are my chances? Thinking it’s a slim one but would like your opinion!

People do this each cycle so I don’t see it being a problem. It’s impossible to say what your chances are though as chances rely on so many individual circumstances.

 

[anon123456789]

So sorry to hear about this. Did you just hear back rn?

Its okay! Yes, I got the email through at about 12:45, it was the usual 'due to the volume of applications' kinda thing.

 

[ellwilsen]

I have emailed GR and they confirmed that we are eligible to apply for the summer vacation scheme in 2022 (deadline 17 January 2022). Hope this helps.

This is so odd/confusing😂

 

[xtinew]

DLA piper PFO

Really sorry to hear :'( when did you apply and for what office?

 

[manifestingaTC]

Just got this rejection from Simmons, unsure if it is generic or not?
Can't understand why I am only able to apply next year unless it is an outright rejection?

"Unfortunately due to the high volume of applications, we are now at capacity for our Winter Vacation Scheme and are unable to progress your application to the next stage of our assessment process. Regrettably, we cannot transfer your application to another scheme.

I understand that this may be disappointing, however, I would like to thank you for your interest in the firm and would encourage you to apply to Simmons & Simmons again when applications open in October 2022."

@Jessica Booker any insight would be super helpful, thank you!

 

[OB]

Is there anyone else who hasn't heard from Simmons post-VI for the Winter scheme? Did my VI 5 weeks ago lol

 

[letmeintolaw]

Really sorry to hear :'( when did you apply and for what office?

Summer internship to the Birmingham office x

 

[AspiringTrainee]

Got an email to say apologies for delay we will be informed for w&c decisions post interview by the end of the week.

 

[Numerius Negidius]

Has anyone received an interview invite from Shearman?

 

[ps123]

Has anyone received an interview invite from Shearman?

I'm still waiting for a response

 

[Rob93]

Has anyone received an interview invite from Shearman?

Haven't heard anything yet

 

[tcseason]

Has anyone received an interview invite from Shearman?

Was hoping for one as it seems PFO's went out yesterday... Maybe they're just narrowing down the list. Their WVS is imminent though so they should be near

 

[Vesania]

Still haven't received have a PFO from Travers for Winter VS...

 

[tc.la.vs]

I am sorry about that! is this for summer or winter?

winter

 

[tc.la.vs]

Sorry to hear this! Was this for the summer vac scheme?

winter : )

 

[LongSufferingLawGrad]

Got an email to say apologies for delay we will be informed for w&c decisions post interview by the end of the week.

Surprised it is taking so long after interview! I wonder what their decision making process is...

 

[JM1998]

Has anyone else who applied for EY been moved on to the shortlisting stage? My app is on stage 4 but it says this is just while they’re shortlisting candidates and they’ll update soon. But with the experience day happening next week it’s going to be a really fast turnaround.

 

[Phoenix for all]

Still haven't received have a PFO from Travers for Winter VS...

Same here, given their Instagram post ytd said there’s no more interview for WVS, @Jessica Booker i wonder if it is ok to just email GR for an update and basically ask for a PFO?

 

[pleasecanwegetjobs]

Anyone heard from Linklaters for the WVS?

 

[CorporateLaw101]

Hi @Jessica Booker,

I'm currently applying to a firm with the question:

'Please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or achievements.'

This is second to a covering letter which needs to be written. Am I right in thinking that we generally shouldn't repeat anything on a covering letter which we have already described in our application? I'm struggling with how to start this question. I'd quite like to add my personal experience growing up as my biggest achievement is helping my brother push himself into Law school. However, I feel this more suits 'what is your greatest nonacademic achievement' which unfortunately isn't a question for this firm.

Thanks!