TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[Ghassen]

I understand your frustration - it’s rather unfair to leave applicants hanging for so long, especially since there may be certain arrangements that need to be made to accommodate the ac timings they provide (and from my experience, the choices are very limited).

Did W&C’s grad rec mention what is taking them so long? I’ve definitely seen people on this forum, who were invited to complete the VI after me, progress to the AC.

Yeah I can tell you exactly the situation. I did my VI 7 weeks ago, and got the rejection today after insisting to get a response ASAP. I argued them that people doing VI after me getting AC invitation. So basically, they want to offer the people they like first and leave the rejection to the end, probably in case they fill one spot or two with those who are waiting. However, basically if you don’t get a response post VI within 2 to 3 weeks, it 90% a rejection. That’s what I understood from W&C process.
I got my rejection only when I insisted to get it.

 

[Bubbles]

Am i missing something or does Browne Jacobson not have any actual questions in its application? (only work experience section?)

 

[ccfuturetraineesolicitor]

Yeah I can tell you exactly the situation. I did my VI 7 weeks ago, and got the rejection today after insisting to get a response ASAP. I argued them that people doing VI after me getting AC invitation. So basically, they want to offer the people they like first and leave the rejection to the end, probably in case they fill one spot or two with those who are waiting. However, basically if you don’t get a response post VI within 2 to 3 weeks, it 90% a rejection. That’s what I understood from W&C process.
I got my rejection only when I insisted to get it.

Thank you for sharing this! Is this what they told you?? This is quite disheartening tbh - I feel like it’s better if they just ripped the plaster off sooner rather than later (so to speak).

Don’t let this experience put you down!! You still managed to secure a VS elsewhere. I would focus on the wins instead

 

[Sunshinepink]

I would highlight 3 reasons why you are making that decision:

• Is it because of the diverse clients the region has to offer?
• Is it because of the practice area you are interested in which is well positioned in the region compared to others?
• Is it because of the nature of the the deals and cases that region deals with?

These are some of the things I would consider and potentially discuss.

Thank you so much, this is really helpful!

 

[Sunshinepink]

Focus on the differences/uniqueness of that location compared to other locations you could choose, and explain why those elements align to your particular motivations or interests.

Okay, thank you so much. This is great!

 

[lawstudent15]

Fairs when did you guys do VI

14 Feb!

 

[EliteWhovian]

Just received an interview invite from Travers Smith but it was scheduled for literally tomorrow ☠️

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

I hope its online otherwise thats brutal! You absolutely got this, good luck!

 

[farr_x]

For those waiting for Dentons I just had a call with GR and they said they take time to give people AC because they review applications in stages. So those waiting still be hopeful. Also once you’ve done the AC you hear back in a week

Hey, would you happen to know if they are doing ACs separately for direct TCs? I know people have been invited to their AC for the vac scheme, but heard nothing regarding direct TCs

 

[laby201]

When you're asked how a firm stands out from its competitors, should you generally take the angle of your personal perspective or from a client's perspective?

 

[Cheeseman123]

Sidley Austin and W&C PFO!!!!!

Hey was Sidley PFO after an AC? I took a Sildey AC in mid Jan and still havent heard back

 

[desperateTCseeker1998]

Has anyone else heard from Travers?

 

[Untilwinter]

When you're asked how a firm stands out from its competitors, should you generally take the angle of your personal perspective or from a client's perspective?

I think its more of a commercial question. So how they are competitive compared to other law firms

 

[Soprano]

Anyone heard from Hill Dickinson (Manchester) post app?

 

[Zaakir]

Just received an interview invite from Travers Smith but it was scheduled for literally tomorrow ☠️

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Did they call you?

 

[PFO King]

Has anyone heard back from Irwin post VI?

 

[aspiringlawyer27]

Random question, but when does the vacation scheme for Cooley actually run from- weirdly can’t seem to find the dates online?

 

[Prabs]

Has anybody heard back from Addleshaw Goddard or DWF?

 

[lonelycruise]

Random question, but when does the vacation scheme for Cooley actually run from- weirdly can’t seem to find the dates online?

This is what it said in the virtual interview invite,

'We have not yet set the dates for our Summer Programme (and typically do this in collaboration with those who are offered places) but anticipate the programme(s) to run sometime in the window 17 June to 12 July 2024. Please let us know if you have unavoidable conflicts around this time.'

 

[sxw517]

Anyone heard from Arnold & Porter, Orrick, Ropes & Grey, or Winston & Strawn?

Winston is non-rolling, and shuts at the end of the month

 

[pb15]

Does anyone know when Ropes will starting sending out AC invites?