TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

Jessica Booker

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if we have spoken about a factor in for example why that firm do you think we should then not talk about it again in this area?
No - it’s fine to repeat that connection if both questions are asked. There is a slightly different emphasis where you are talking about other firms rather than their firm.
 

IneedaTCASAP

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This may be a silly question but for some applications I can see a word limit of over 2,000 words - do firms really expect us to write this much? How many words do people usually average?
Reality a lot of these questions will over lap with other firms and you’d have an answer for them already. Extra curriculars, hobbies, something you’re interested in, teamwork, leadership etc. Therefore you’re not really writing 2000 every time. I’d suggest you make a word doc with answers to these questions and edit them as you see fit to each firm. Also explain a commercial story is one that firms use. These answer can be repeated and adjusted to each firms practice areas to show a link. Work smarter not harder.
 
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Describe a specific instance where you have utilised artificial intelligence (AI) or other technologies in your work or studies. How have these tools enhanced your personal development? (200 words)

Can anyone provide guidance on how to answer this question for CMS? I am stumped.
 

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    Not sure if this is a silly Q but at AC, do firms tend to take your phones away before doing a case study exercise for example? Thank you :)
    Hi! No, they don’t :) but the Graduate Recruitment team is usually in the room when you read the case study documents so you can’t really look at your phone
    I’m not sure if it’s forbidden because they don’t mention it but they always say that everything you need to know is in the documents + you don’t really have time because you usually have 15/20 mins to read A LOT of docs. There is no need for you to use your phone but you’ll have it with you at all times!
     
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