TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

EA95

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Hi guys, I wanted to ask if I were to apply for a direct TC with freshfields, and was unsuccessful with my attempt, would that rule me out of applying for their winter vacation scheme programme? The applications for that programme open during the summer/fall I believe.
 
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studenttolawyer

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Do you think they monitor how long the assessment took for us to do? If so I am done for.
I was thinking about that, because I also took a lot of time to complete it. Especially after an hour and a half my brain became mush. I misread the questions several times and couldn't come up with a correct answer to choose in an MCQ. Hopefully they don't look at the time as they mention that the assessment is untimed, thus we can take breaks and stuff. We'll see I guess.
 

legaldruid

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LinkedIn is soul-destroying for older applicants. I don't know why I bother. I guess it's by design etc. Otherwise you wouldn't buy LinkedIn premium. I use it for my work. But yes, it's utterly crushing honestly. People younger than me with TCs. Sorry but it's just the truth. I wish I was years younger. Sure, I'm married with a flat. But still, no stable job yet. Years of applications - no Training Contract. All these VSs and for what? This cycle is worse than 2023-24. This isn't a cry for help. Just setting out how I feel. How long can I do this? I don't know - it's catch 22. Applying is bad for mental health. Don't apply and you get FOMO. It's just a terrible cycle, honestly.

Anyway, a question about Stephenson Harwood. Do they take mostly from TCs. Or is it through Vac Schemes?
Honestly, I'm in the same boat as you but we keep pushing forward! Best not to compare yourself to anyone but yourself. Even if your progress is just inches over last year, its still progress and it will get you across one day!

I'm happy to have a chat - it always helps!
 

legaldruid

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I was thinking about that, because I also took a lot of time to complete it. Especially after an hour and a half my brain became mush. I misread the questions several times and couldn't come up with a correct answer to choose in an MCQ. Hopefully they don't look at the time as they mention that the assessment is untimed, thus we can take breaks and stuff. We'll see I guess.
Yeah I wouldn't worry too much about taking longer on the test. I don't imagine many finishing it in quickly because that would compromise on the quality of the answers picked. I think a red flag would be if the test took 4-5 hours or longer to complete but this is just me guessing.
 
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