TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[yueyueer]

W&C VI! First positive response this cycle— any advice?

 

[Deleted member 3712]

Trowers Mcquaig test invite

What was the test like if you do not mind me asking?

 

[Pennine Valley]

What was the test like if you do not mind me asking?

It’s 15 mins to answer 50 questions on stuff like spelling and mathematical sequences. Like GCSE maths/English level.

 

[Deleted member 3712]

It’s 15 mins to answer 50 questions on stuff like spelling and mathematical sequences. Like GCSE maths/English level.

Thanks! Did you run out of time?

 

[Pennine Valley]

Thanks! Did you run out of time?

Yes lol. You’re not supposed to answer them all. 38 and above is supposed to be a good score

 

[thelegalstudent]

Latham PFO post AC and feeling the same way. Genuinely thought it went well and was feeling positive about it.

Sorry to hear about this, hopefully there will be future opportunities in store! Could I ask what the feedback was, if you’re comfortable sharing? Thank you!

 

[Deleted member 3712]

Yes lol. You’re not supposed to answer them all. 38 and above is supposed to be a good score

38 and above correct or completed?

 

[Pennine Valley]

38 and above correct or completed?

Correct mate or then anybody could get 50

 

[Shah74k]

Safe to assume PFO if we haven’t received a Freshfields WG invite for the Trainee Associate Programme?

 

[Amehta1]

Anyone who has done the W&C VI, is it timed?

 

[Deleted member 3712]

Correct mate or then anybody could get 50

Well if they expect you not to finish that’s kind of tight. Say they expect you have time to do 40, that means you have to get almost 100% of those you do fill out correct.

 

[PlscanIhaveaTC]

Has anyone heard from Dechert ?

 

[Pennine Valley]

Well if they expect you not to finish that’s kind of tight. Say they expect you have time to do 40, that means you have to get almost 100% of those you do fill out correct.

They obviously expect you to have time to complete 50 mate which is why there are 50 questions

 

[AlegalA]

Why are you applying to Hill Dickinson for a training contract? (250 words)
1. I would mention interactions with people at the firm and how they were positive.
2. As they have a small trainee intake, explain why you like this.
3. Quality of the training and pro bono opportunities.

We are pleased to offer sector-specific training contracts in each of our business services, health and marine groups. Why are you interested in completing a sector-specific training contract and why have you chosen this sector? i.e. business services, health or marine. (250 words)
1. Talk about how these link to your school or university modules and are therefore intellectually stimulating. Or past work experience for that matter.
2. cross border work and why you like that in the context of specific sectors they do. Like m&a
3. Same point, maybe talk about business services

Make sure you bring in specifically why they interest you for each one and examples of whether it’s academic or work exp that you want to do similar work. Where possible try to mention interactions with the firm.

Thanks so much!! this is really helpful

 

[Rododindron]

Anyone who has done the W&C VI, is it timed?

did u get the invite for summer?

 

[Legalstalker]

Safe to assume PFO if we haven’t received a Freshfields WG invite for the Trainee Associate Programme?

Nah I believe they will send another batch (I hope) I'd assume not everyone in the first batch will pass the WG? then they invite us second best people lol

 

[Amehta1]

did u get the invite for summer?

I believe you just had to put your preferences down and they consider you for both? I put spring first then summer

 

[user184794]

Anyone who put summer as first preference for w&c heard back?

 

[Kodak123]

Safe to assume PFO if we haven’t received a Freshfields WG invite for the Trainee Associate Programme?!

doubt it, I got sent this:

"We have received a large number of applications and will be reviewing all applications over the coming weeks. Successful applicants will be invited to complete the Watson Glaser Test, with invitations expected to be sent out from February onwards."

 

[EllaClayton]

Anyone heard from Withers post test? I know applications are still open so wondering if we have to wait until after they close for any more info!