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

[MLD]

Yes me! I did the test yesterday afternoon and still no report.

I completed mine on the 6th and got an email today. I got no confirmation email after I did the test and no report. The email I got today just said I reached the benchmark and my application is now under review.
Give them a few days and don't worry too much. Someone told me they got their result 4 days after they did the test. ☺️

 

[elizabeth_98]

Just received a pfo from HSF for their spring scheme - I’d met the benchmark for the test so I’m assuming it must be based off of my application 🥲

 

[GXA123]

after how long do we receive the MB test?

 

[bethbristol]

Hi! I'm sorry if this has already been asked. But I was wondering if anyone has tips regarding the DLA Piper App QS? I feel like I'm struggling with 1) what they really mean with business news story? Like can it be any news that's about a business or something specific that they are looking for and 2) how to actually structure and answer this? Do we first mention which business news story, explain what happened and why we chose that one?

Hey - I think this application question seems to throw people off the most (especially as this is their only question, or it was when I applied!). I did the summer vacation scheme with the firm in 2020, and to help with this I would suggest:
1) any news about business - but something relevant. By that I mean something that you are interested in (and can show that interest) and something that is relevant to the job role that you are applying to (what is the impact of this story? how will it affect the firm? your career? the future legal market?)
2) for my answer I gave a brief synopsis of the story (aka a headline - 2 or 3 sentences). Then I explained why I was interested in the story giving 2 reasons and linking this to both my experience and the firm. My news story directly impacted the firm as it was taking place in a country where the firm was advising the government, which I included.

This is what worked for me, but I think they are much more interested in how you explain your interest in the story, and what you took from the news, rather than your ability to explain the story itself.

 

[Parsorandini]

Hi guys. Bit of a niche question but I feel so much more confident with a beard! Would most firms care if on a video interview I had a beard or is it a clean shaven only kind of deal?

 

[Lawfulx]

Hey - I think this application question seems to throw people off the most (especially as this is their only question, or it was when I applied!). I did the summer vacation scheme with the firm in 2020, and to help with this I would suggest:
1) any news about business - but something relevant. By that I mean something that you are interested in (and can show that interest) and something that is relevant to the job role that you are applying to (what is the impact of this story? how will it affect the firm? your career? the future legal market?)
2) for my answer I gave a brief synopsis of the story (aka a headline - 2 or 3 sentences). Then I explained why I was interested in the story giving 2 reasons and linking this to both my experience and the firm. My news story directly impacted the firm as it was taking place in a country where the firm was advising the government, which I included.

This is what worked for me, but I think they are much more interested in how you explain your interest in the story, and what you took from the news, rather than your ability to explain the story itself.

Thank you! Really helpful

 

[tc_hopeful]

Hi guys! Just wondering if anyone knows when the exact deadline for Linklaters' Summer VS? It says 10th December on the website but does not specify if it's 00:00 or 23:59.....

Just asking because I'm in the middle of exam season atm and would really prefer to do the assessment after my exam on the 10th! Thanks!!

 

[Tony Stark]

Assuming the Linklaters Spring VS deadline is midnight on Friday? It doesn't specify on the website.

It is 23:59 on 10th December according to grad rec.

 

[bibss]

My CC 2023 TC app just updated again for the third time 😱😥😭

 

[djqb]

When did you apply if you don't mind me asking?

Hey I applied for the TC and not the VS so very recently

 

[Tcapplicant]

My CC 2023 TC app just updated again for the third time 😱😥😭

Updated today?! That could be good news!!

 

[John Travoni]

My CC 2023 TC app just updated again for the third time 😱😥😭

What stage are you at? Have you received the WG or the email stating you’ll hear back early this week?

 

[RoughWood]

Hi guys. Bit of a niche question but I feel so much more confident with a beard! Would most firms care if on a video interview I had a beard or is it a clean shaven only kind of deal?

I wouldn't worry about having a beard, in the view of diversity etc I am sure that there have been individuals with facial hair before. I would just ensure that it is tidy and groomed as opposed to the 'electrocution look' that my husband seems to favour with his beard!

 

[bibss]

Updated today?! That could be good news!!

Well, I just would like an answer either way 🙃

What stage are you at? Have you received the WG or the email stating you’ll hear back early this week?

Sorry, forgot to specify it’s pre-WG. I got the ‘profile of interest’ email last Friday.

 

[Tcapplicant]

Well, I just would like an answer either way 🙃

Sorry, forgot to specify it’s pre-WG. I got the ‘profile of interest’ email last Friday.

I reckon it’s good news! Sending you positive vibes 😇

 

[xtinew]

Applied to CC 2024 TC and it hasn't been updated since Nov 15. I got confirmation I have passed the WGT on Sept 27 so it's been a long wait for me! Anyone else on the same boat?

 

[Abgaal]

Omg same my CC portal has been updated today. And I also received the “your profile is of interest” chileeeee I am tired lool

 

[BM99]

Wait can anyone tell me about the CC application process? So if a candidate has a chance of being listed for an assessment day, it will show 'your profile is of interest' in the application portal?

 

[Parsorandini]

Applied to CC 2024 TC and it hasn't been updated since Nov 15. I got confirmation I have passed the WGT on Sept 27 so it's been a long wait for me! Anyone else on the same boat?

I passed the WGT on 15 Oct so in the same boat but I think I'm correct in saying the deadline is midnight tonight so they should start reviewing after then? Also does anyone know if our WGT score is taken into account along with our application when progressing us to the AC?

 

[CorporateLaw101]

The only thing I've heard from Reed Smith so far is that my application is still under review and they'll be in touch closer to the app deadline, which is the 10th of December.

Thats strange! I applied 18th November, received the SJT 24th, VI invite 29th.

Still yet to receive an actual date or time for the interview though, judging by this forum neither has anyone else that passed SJT!