TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[LJ]

do you guys think Travers will be doing further interview invites?? excuse me while I cry 😅 😅

This is just my thoughts and not with any inside knowledge but I would imagine so yes. They have 60 vac scheme places and because the interview is the main filter before VS, I guess they invite quite a few to interview. Considering they are calling each person to offer the interview, that is quite a time-consuming process which can't be done in one day. Plus there is always the prospect they need to interview more people because they haven't filled the VS spots from initial invites.

 

[lawperson123]

When was your AC?

Heard from clyde today saying they’re trying to get back to AC candidates by EOW if this helps anyone

 

[ADKM]

Application Cycle Review/ Vent
I applied to 23 firms this cycle. I did not pass the Hogan & Linklaters online assessments; however made it for A&O, Reed Smith and HSF but ultimately did not make it to the AC. I made it to the AC for WFW and Cleary but did not get a VS offer. I am honestly in despair because I am a third-year graduating soon and I don't have any legal work experience, let alone a training contract secured. These applications are honestly so tough, spending hours to research, write the apps, and then do more research and practice for VI/ACs, just to not get any offers and feel like you trying your hardest is not good enough. I know a lot of people feel the same way as me but well done everyone, we just have to learn and try again next cycle :* )

Hi, very sorry to hear. But on the flip side, many congratulations on getting to two ACs. That’s a fantastic achievement. I understand how you feel and if it’s any consolation, I am a postgraduate having completed my masters last year. I still don’t have a VS/TC and it honestly does not matter one bit. Timing’s not the issue in a TC process, it’s the effort and incremental improvements over a period of time that matter the most. I have spoken to so many people and witnessing how their career journeys transpired, it’s just a question of ‘when’ and not ‘if’

You're not losing out on anything, if at all you’ve gained considerable experience and leverage that by applying for direct TCs, definitely go for it and I’ve heard some amazing stories of people securing offers from the direct TC route without considerable legal experience. Just showcase your existing skills and tie that back to the firm and you’ll be absolutely fine. Good luck, I’m sure you will succeed soon!

 

[AGI]

Anybody heard back from Dechert after completing their written assessment?
Just wanna know if i should have hope

 

[Adrian_S]

Anybody heard back from Dechert after completing their written assessment?
Just wanna know if i should have hope

got my rejection post written exercise and video interview yesterday, completed both in late january and early february (hopefully that offers some context for you).

also, they gave no feedback and i was like...

 

[Jessica Booker]

thanks for this.

Very cringe moving away from psychometric testing that reliably predicts workplace performance/ productivity

It might be that it doesn’t in their organisation. I have seen WG results have very different outcomes when it comes to analysing whether it’s a predictor of performance or not. Ultimately depends on how you measure performance in each law firm.

 

[Sunshinepink]

Is anyone here applying after they have already graduated? like what years are most people in, if I can ask 😊

 

[laubedusixjuin]

Just got a call for TS interview! any advice would be really appreciated, thanks!

I can't read TS as anything except Taylor Swift, this really confused me for a sec

 

[AGI]

got my rejection post written exercise and video interview yesterday, completed both in late january and early february (hopefully that offers some context for you).

also, they gave no feedback and i was like...


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I'm so sorry
Better things will come along I'm sure
Thank you for sharing

 

[hanz123]

Pinsent Masons PFO

 

[Seven]

do you guys think Travers will be doing further interview invites?? excuse me while I cry 😅 😅

Honestly unsure as I was told in this email by GR on Feb 13th that they're hoping to get back to all applicants by end of the month.

So either there is another batch coming up or we're doomed ☹️!

 

[lawapplicant]

Pinsent Masons PFO

which office?

 

[11dunnr]

Have people heard from Pinsent London office post app?

Just had a PFO- shouldn’t have jinxed it

 

[HopefulLawyer_x]

Has anyone done the Mishcon case study? Never done a case-study interview before so would really appreciate any tips if anyone has any! Thank you

 

[lawyering]

Has anyone done the Mishcon case study? Never done a case-study interview before so would really appreciate any tips if anyone has any! Thank you

hey, I haven’t done it but I think there are a few posts about it on the forum from previous years!
could I ask when you completed your VI?

 

[lawapplicant]

Just had a PFO- shouldn’t have jinxed it

You received it at nine tonight?

 

[yasmars]

Honestly unsure as I was told in this email by GR on Feb 13th that they're hoping to get back to all applicants by end of the month.

So either there is another batch coming up or we're doomed ☹️!

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I think there’s still hope!

 

[tammin]

hey, I haven’t done it but I think there are a few posts about it on the forum from previous years!
could I ask when you completed your VI?

Glad to know I’m not the only one still waiting. I was becoming convinced that they lost my application.

 

[Lord Sumption]

Has anyone heard from Fieldfisher?

 

[Petallove1]

Farrer and CRS PFOs today which officially means I’m not waiting on any more applications :// does anybody have any useful tips for securing legal experience? I’m a postgrad and have been completely unsuccessful this cycle