TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

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RonRod13

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    I think this is the acknowledgment email, the holding email reads something like this:

    "The Recruitment Committee has now reviewed your application and for the short term, we would like to place your application on hold. We will consider your application further towards the application deadline, 12 January 2024, at which time we will advise you as to whether or not you have been shortlisted for interview.

    Again, may I thank you for your continued interest in Sullivan & Cromwell; we look forward to being in contact with you soon."
    Strange, I never got that email. Looks like im so irrelevant to S&C that they cant even be bothered to put my application on hold or even rej me lol
     

    I’m_Batman

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    Non-law applying to VSs for the first time. I've sent off 20 applications and secured 1 VS, 7 rejections so far. Have I sent off enough applications?
    Who is your VS offer from? That is good - solid TC chance there.

    Apps no is hard to answer - some people have a scattergun approach and some will tailor 7/8 apps heavily for each cycle. Quality matters a lot more and you only need 1 offer. It depends on how much time you have and if you can send off substantive apps in that time to give you the best shot.
     

    ADKM

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    Can I use an example from my work experience which I wrote on my application form to answer a question that might come up during VI along the lines of ‘Describe a time when you needed to develop an unconventional approach to solve an existing problem.’ I’m worried this could lead to repetition. @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre thoughts?
     
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    axelbeugre

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    Can I use an example from my work experience which I wrote on my application form to answer a question that might come up during VI along the lines of ‘Describe a time when you needed to develop an unconventional approach to solve an existing problem.’ I’m worried this could lead to repetition. @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre thoughts?
    I think you can but if you are worried about repetition, I would personally try to find another example as good as the one you are thinking of and go with that one to be safe than sorry. I struggled with finding good examples too when I was applying and I often wanted to use the same experiences as examples but trying to find new examples is great even for you as it allows to reflect on your journey and your true motivation to become a commercial solicitor. Having said that, I personally do not believe that using the same example will hinder your chances of success!
     
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    futuretrainee2025

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    Dentons rejection post app applied deadline.
    sameeee. I got to the VI last year but I applied earlier, so either I applied too late or my application wasn't the best this year (not sure how as my one last year was littered with errors and wasn't as specific). Either way we moveeeeeee
     

    ljms

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    sameeee. I got to the VI last year but I applied earlier, so either I applied too late or my application wasn't the best this year (not sure how as my one last year was littered with errors and wasn't as specific). Either way we moveeeeeee
    It's a numbers game. There's no logic to any of this. Important not to overthink it.
     

    Sunshinepink

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    I just completed the Reed Smith assessment and got the feedback report which was better than I anticipated (I was really nervous) BUT for the first two questions in the VI my laptop was glitching. I realized it was because my laptop was full so I unplugged my laptop but I am worried that when they watch the first two back, it won't be clear enough. Shall i email recruitment or leave it and just pray for the best? @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre
     
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    Sunshinepink

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    Those that have done the Reed Smith assessment, I was wondering if you knew whether they can see your screen ie if I wanted to make notes on word, can they see them? Also if I am using my phone as a calculator is that a problem? Finally, I was trying to work out if you can go in and out of the assessment as they say it doesn't need to be done in one sitting?
    They can see you. I was using a notebook and my calculator but I would show the camera, my notebook with my calculations before I moved to the next question so they don't assume I was cheating. After you complete the first half, I think you can leave.
     

    ljms

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    I just completed the Reed Smith assessment and got the feedback report which was better than I anticipated BUT for the first two questions in the VI my laptop was glitching. I realized it was because my laptop was full so i unplugged my laptop but I am worried that when they watch the first two back, it won't be clear enough. @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre
    Do you have to do the test and then go straight into the VI, or can you do them separately?
     
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