TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[jacksollaf]

I'm guessing at this stage its a Goodwin PFO.......

Also any updates from Davis Polk?

I was thinking likewise for myself... Also, DP as well because I saw they already send out invites so....

 

[C_AJH]

I was thinking likewise for myself... Also, DP as well because I saw they already send out invites so....

I thought the invites were for Spring

 

[Miss Chocolate]

@Andrei Radu Hey Could I please get your advice on something really quickly. I am writing a cover letter for Travers (1000 words max). I was wondering if you had any resources in mind that would be useful and in general if you had any advice. That would be really useful, thank you

 

[jta227]

Hi @Andrei Radu and all,

I have a pre recorded VI with a US firm. I'm not too worried about the questions themselves but I have a tendency to speak in a monotone voice when I am nervous during video interviews. For some this may be perceived as a lack of enthusiasm and confidence.

Will this be marked against me if my answers are still clear, concise and well structured? Basically I'm trying to find out what the criteria is for a video interview? If anyone has any insights I would appreciate it.

Thanks

In a VI they are (purportedly) focused more on the content of your response itself so if your answers are really good I feel like you'd be ok. Obviously heavily depends on the recruiter though so I'd try to not sound like that regardless. Also your default face during recording should be leaning towards a smile (is what I've been advised). I'd try and not give them any reason to reject you, sometimes it just is what it is.

In general though, as someone who has this issue (not from nerves, it's just my default voice), based on 20 years experience I can tell you that it affects most people's perceptions even if they say/think it doesn't. When you meet them at an AC or a VS I think being monotone would definitely be a negative point, you just have to consciously work against that. Practice makes perfect, sometimes I slip back into it without even realising. I basically got told as much by one of my mentors as well, who said in one cycle her feedback was constantly saying she seemed reserved and/or unenthusiastic and she got like 4 offers the next cycle changing nothing but her body language.

 

[Legalgirl]

I was thinking likewise for myself... Also, DP as well because I saw they already send out invites so....

I thought the invites were for Spring

Hi! Can I ask how you know invites have been sent out (and specifically for spring)? I know one other person on the forum said so, but I'm confused because everyone else keeps saying they haven't heard back? 😕

 

[James Wakefield]

Did people put their GCSE results on the Withers form? (As well as the CRS form)?

 

[suhana]

has anyone who applied for eversheds london summer vs still not received a vi? some have gotten an ac so just wanted to see if i should assume a pfo?

 

[jacksollaf]

I thought the invites were for Spring

no, I saw one for the summer, lest I be mistaken

 

[C_AJH]

Hi! Can I ask how you know invites have been sent out (and specifically for spring)? I know one other person on the forum said so, but I'm confused because everyone else keeps saying they haven't heard back? 😕

Hey, I was actually referring to that one post.

Maybe the other reply has other knowledge?

 

[jacksollaf]

has anyone who applied for eversheds london summer vs still not received a vi? some have gotten an ac so just wanted to see if i should assume a pfo?

a lot of people received the VI, including myself, they sent it one week before Christmas, deadline was the 28th of December... Got rejected three hours ago... people received AC today too... (for summer vs)

 

[C_AJH]

no, I saw one for the summer, lest I be mistaken

no, I saw one for the summer, lest I be mistaken

On this forum?

 

[jacksollaf]

On this forum?

yes unfortunately

 

[Miss Chocolate]

Question on repeating information!!

So Travers has the following questions on their application form:
"Please provide details of your main extra-curricular activities and leisure interests.
Please provide details of any positions of responsibility that you have held and your key achievements."

Is it OK to repeat the things I talk about here in the general 'work experience' section? @Andrei Radu (sorry for tagging you for the millionth time 😭😭)

 

[C_AJH]

yes unfortunately

really? I did a search and can't find it. Not doubting you would just like to see for myself.

 

[HLL]

reed smith vi said there's unlimited prep time before answering each question, but all questions must be completed in one sitting once the vi process is started? does it mean i can take a break between each question if i don't close the window? appreciate any insights on what it's really like. tia!

 

[C_AJH]

Question on repeating information!!

So Travers has the following questions on their application form:
"Please provide details of your main extra-curricular activities and leisure interests.
Please provide details of any positions of responsibility that you have held and your key achievements."

Is it OK to repeat the things I talk about here in the general 'work experience' section?

I did it for Dechert and Skadden and was fine, but then I also did it for Jones Day and was not so fine lol.

 

[gazdgazd11]

Anyone have tips for Reed Smith VI? Can share CMS tips

 

[addy2004]

Willkie written exercise! I did the VI this Monday. I'm so happy - the first interview (video or in-person) I have passed 🥹 if anyone has any insight to the written exercise, please pm me. I have HSF and Ashurst AC advice to share too.

 

[ren1110]

Anyone received a response for Baker Summer VC? In their email, they said they would send invites to online tests in jan.

 

[Chill_solicitor]

Is anyone still waiting on HSF? If so have you emailed about any update?