TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[NJS]

Just bold. In the least blunt way - I’m not surprised they rejected you. They ultimately gave you a chance and you did not live up to their expectations. I think applying for a vacation scheme again is wild given that you already did one. If they have a direct TC route is say apply to that as many do go on to progress with a firm if they’ve been rejected post Vacation scheme just never heard of getting another one. Seems like a waste of a space someone else could utilise

Tbh you've got nothing to lose for doing it

 

[sophieclaire24]

Is the Taylor Wessing psychometric test timed?

 

[IneedaTCASAP]

I don't necessarily disagree with you. It's just that they didn't have a policy of not permitting someone to apply against after a VS (unlike some firms) and I was just trying to see if it's at all possible. Also I am in belief that this also applies to ACs as well, at least to some degree.

Also that firm doesn't have a TC route.

That’s a shame they don’t have a direct TC. I do agree with the AC part a little. Although never been in the position I think you’d need to demonstrate a significant change/improvement as well as reflecting on the areas in the feedback given. Well done for trying again very bold. I’m sure they were impressed with your resilience and they may have an unwritten rule.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Does any1 know how likely it is to get a final interview for PWC vac scheme after the AC? I’m still waiting to hear if I’ve got an interview and want to grasp how many people they move on to the next stage as I don’t want to get my hopes up

 

[IneedaTCASAP]

Does any1 know how likely it is to get a final interview for PWC vac scheme after the AC? I’m still waiting to hear if I’ve got an interview and want to grasp how many people they move on to the next stage as I don’t want to get my hopes up

It’s all circumstantial. No point focusing on it. I’d only start querying if the start date is soon or others have heard back with an offer. You’ll put yourself into unnecessary stress.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

It’s all circumstantial. No point focusing on it. I’d only start querying if the start date is soon or others have heard back with an offer. You’ll put yourself into unnecessary stress.

Thanks for the advice! Really appreciate it

 

[Worldstar223]

Hi everyone and congrats/ good luck on your apps!

I just wanted to ask for some advice regarding W&C - I was just rejected post-VI for their VS last night, but iirc I can still apply for their TC in this cycle. Would you recommend editing/further tailoring the online application when I reapply? Naturally I have some things to update such as Careers Events I have attended and work experience etc, but otherwise is it fine to copy-paste my online app* given that it's the same cycle?
*Aside from the covering letter of course.

I know the chances of being accepted straight for a TC are slim in comparison to VS but figured it's worth a shot. Apologies if this is the wrong forum - please direct me to the correct one if this isn't the right place

So sorry to hear this. Was this for spring/summer?

Good luck on the TC app!

 

[erderlylars]

Anyone heard post vi for bird & bird?

 

[lynwang]

Hi guys! I was wondering if anybody in the thread passed the Dechert written assessment? In that case, would you mind if I reached out and asked some questions? Unfortunately, I failed it but I'm eager to learn what I did wrong so I can improve. It's my first time doing an assessment of that kind and they don't provide feedback, so I'm hoping to just see what successful applicants did right and compare it to my approach anyways, just reply to this message if you're happy to have a chat!

 

[moomo]

I applied 16/11 and received the test 22/11

thank youu

 

[soldofa8]

Hi, does anyone have any insight into to Irwin Mitchell video interview questions, pm me if you do please

 

[legallycece]

Anything from Taylor Wessing post-test for the summer scheme? it's been a while... ahaha

I have just taken mine ! Do you know if you get a score/feedback report ?

 

[sz21]

Has anyone been told they have successfully passed the test for Trowers & Hamlins?

 

[AI212121]

Does anyone know if clifford chance responds to everyone at the same time after the WG to invite/reject for VIs. The email said week commencing 2nd dec, so does that mean everyone will be told by friday evening?

 

[DulyDiligent]

Does anyone have insight into the W&C VI questions

 

[legal18]

For the TW application I am struggling to write 2500 characters (around 350 words) using just one example: 'Taylor Wessing has its core values (Excellence, Creativity, Responsibility, Teamwork, Integrity and Respect). Tell us, through an example, how you have displayed one of these. {provide answer of 2500 characters' Would it be ok to write around 1200 characters instead? Or should I just try to bulk it out

 

[NJS]

I got rejected from White and Case post app, but I know you can re apply for a direct TC in the same cycle (I think), might be an absolute reach, but I have completed 2 vac schemes and work in a firm, do you think I may have been rejected because the firm may think that I don’t need to do a vac scheme as I’m fairly experienced, or is that one big reach? lol @Jessica Booker

 

[AI212121]

Has anyone done a first stage interview at Gibson Dunn? If so, do they have any general advice?

 

[jta227]

I got rejected from White and Case post app, but I know you can re apply for a direct TC in the same cycle (I think), might be an absolute reach, but I have completed 2 vac schemes and work in a firm, do you think I may have been rejected because the firm may think that I don’t need to do a vac scheme as I’m fairly experienced, or is that one big reach? lol @Jessica Booker

Whether or not it's a reach, I think the takeaway here would be that, if you want to, you do have the experience to apply for direct TC so could have a crack at that after improving your application a little (although it might not need to be improved - hard to say since they won't give feedback, but nothing is perfect)