TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

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aniraz

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    That's a straight up uni essay. I do think some HR/recruitment teams get carried away and forget to have basic respect for applicants' time.
    Especially for Farrer, it doesn't make sense. Why ask for a 350 word cover letter then make you answer seperate questions about transferable skills, extracurriculars, positions of responsibility and why Farrer, each being 300 words?? That's basically the four parts of a cover letter 😭
     

    Momo

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    Yes! Absolutely! There were firms that I didn't get to meet in any significant way during legal fairs or events, but who I nevertheless researched thoroughly before applying. That research really came out in my written applications and got me through to the next stage. If you can show that you've researched the firm and convincingly demonstrate your interest in them, it's worth applying!
    Thank you very much, I really appreciate it.
     

    refy

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    Hello! I just received an AC invite for DLA Piper but it’s in Manchester? As far as I remember I applied for the London office — I’m so confused since, apart from the location of the AC, they do not mention which office I’m applying to anywhere. Has anyone received an invite with similar information or has any insight into this?
    Hey! I did the DLA fast track AC (I did the insight scheme) for SVS a month ago and we were all assessed in Manchester, regardless of office.
     

    WAL007

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    Hi Guys I just received a email from Hogan Lovells for their spring VS and I am not sure what to make of it. I have received a email that invites me to book a slot of a interview with them but requires me to first do a test for them. I was wondering whether anyone else has received a similar email and confirm whether this has been sent as a error?
     
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