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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

Jessica Booker

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@Jessica Booker

This might be a silly question, but do firms judge appearances during ACs, specifically piercings? I'm not covered or anything, but I have a decent amount on my ears, and have always covered them with my hair during online interviews. For an in-person AC, should I consider taking them out just to be safe?
It depends how obvious they are and I would also use your discretion on this.

If you can replace more obvious studs/fittings with more subtle ones, and if you can remove any without any issue to leave them out for a few hours, I would potentially do this.
 

Jessica Booker

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Hi, @Jessica Booker I am currently feeling super unwell. I unfortunately struggle with anxiety and had a personal incident that happened over the weekend spark an anxiety crisis which I am still in, however I’ve been invited to take a wg within the next few days, i have a doctors appointment tomorrow to discuss it in length, is there any chance I can contact graduate recruitment and ask for an extra day to compose myself or should I just get on with it?
You can ask for an additional day due to illness but be prepared for the firm to say they unfortunately cannot offer an extension.

Also be prepared for the firm to not reply to you before your deadline.
 

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