TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Lizzy]

hey when did you find out if u don’t mind me asking?

Dec 22nd

 

[Applebanana425]

I have a Links AC on Tuesday, found out mid December. Did go to the open day and we got a fast track link! If anyone has any AC tips please let me know as it's my first ever and I'm not sure what to expect!!! - super nervous 😵 A

Also, does anyone who might've done an Links AC in 2023 or 24 have a crisis email exercise? It doesn't say there will be one on the assessment centre structure information but maybe they want to keep it a surprise?

Prepare to do the WG again!

 

[member7830]

I have a Links AC on Tuesday, found out mid December. Did go to the open day and we got a fast track link! If anyone has any AC tips please let me know as it's my first ever and I'm not sure what to expect!!! - super nervous 😵 A

Also, does anyone who might've done an Links AC in 2023 or 24 have a crisis email exercise? It doesn't say there will be one on the assessment centre structure information but maybe they want to keep it a surprise?

hi! good luck with the ac!! can I ask which open day you went to and when you heard back? still waiting on my fast track outcome, but assuming its a pfo...

 

[lou1707]

If I haven’t heard back from HFW yet should I consider it a rejection… I’ve seen people saying ACs start in 10 days lol

 

[ashwright]

Hi guys! Do you have any suggestions for showcasing commercial awareness in an application without being overly descriptive? I don't want to sound like I'm listing deals and awards on a firm's website but am not sure how to correctly engage with material when I'm not yet really in the industry..

I humbly ask for the Avengers to assemble...
@Ram Sabaratnam @Andrei Radu @Amma Usman

 

[legal18]

Hoping for good news from Weil today

 

[Olivialee15]

hi! good luck with the ac!! can I ask which open day you went to and when you heard back? still waiting on my fast track outcome, but assuming its a pfo...

I went to the Nov 13th one applied on the 28th nov using the link, heard back on Dec 23rd. I wouldn't assume pfo I don't think many people have heard about an AC because I've been asking everywhere and there's no one to share this dread with 😭. They say I will hear back within a week of the AC so will probably send out more invites after this round of ACs on Monday and Tuesday i'm assuming dependent on who they keep and reject.

 

[NCTC2025]

Any news from NRF (post arctic shores) and Cooley...?

I believe Cooley said they'd respond next week.

 

[James Wakefield]

I find it funny that everyone has seemingly gone for Cooley this cycle. Definitely a lot of groupthink. 🤣

 

[Eye of the Sun]

To make sure your answer about Davis Polk's work is persuasive enough, after you finish writing you should ask yourself the following questions:

1. Is my description of Davis Polk's work very specific to the firm, or is it general enough to apply to many other firms? Am I being specific in mentioning the firm's main practices, their structure, client base, market recognition, and past mandates?
2. Does the substantive reasoning I am providing to explain my interest seem like a genuine statement of my motivations? Am I clear in explaining what specific features of the work attract me and how that connects with my more general professional and intellectual interests?
3. Am I connecting and reinforcing this reasoning by mentioning actual examples of my experiences which illustrate my points?

If the answer is 'yes' to all of those questions then I think your answer will be persuasive.

As for your second question, I know last year partners looked over my CV in the interview, but I was asked to provide the CV at application stage. Back then you would apply by simply sending your CV and cover letter to the firm via email, the application form system was introduced this cycle. As such, I would not worry too much. I suspect the partners will use the information in the application form or you will be asked for a CV later on if this is necessary for the interview.

Hi again,
Thank you so much for your detailed response, greatly appreciate it! I think I have done the above in my cover letter, but still haven't heard back from the firm, so I'm guessing maybe my cover letter sounded clear to me but not to Lizzie and Aaron.

 

[lou1707]

Just received an email from Birketts saying I’ve been long listed, is anyone in the same situation who knows how long they take to come back to you?

 

[sibs23]

Just received an email from Birketts saying I’ve been long listed, is anyone in the same situation who knows how long they take to come back to you?

In the same boat and also unsure

 

[kelisi88]

I believe Cooley said they'd respond next week.

Ohhh right!! Totally forgot about that. Tbh I forgot I applied to them until just now lol.

 

[Eye of the Sun]

Hi @Andrei Radu , @Amma Usman @Jaysen
Hope you're well.
I was wondering if you could please provide some insights into Macfarlanes AC? Especially for those who haven't been on ACs before.
More specifically, for group exercise, written exercise, business case study, competency interview, how to best prepare and practice? Thank you so much.

 

[studentdelaw786]

Hoping for good news from Weil today

i thought they’re responding next week?

 

[helloj]

How certain is it Weil will get back to us today if we completed the VI by 5 Dec?

 

[ThelawgraduateX]

How certain is it Weil will get back to us today if we completed the VI by 5 Dec?

It would make sense if it was today but considering that the conformation said “we aim to get back to you within the next two weeks” it don’t think we can be 100% certain. Moreover since it looks like people completed VIs this week they might want to review all of them before progressing anyone… so don’t know is my answer😂

 

[g.cl.2020344]

If I haven’t heard back from HFW yet should I consider it a rejection… I’ve seen people saying ACs start in 10 days lol

I haven't heard either- it's tricky with HFW because on the app confirmation email it says cos they r so busy they might not be able to send rejections!

 

[eleven14og]

If I haven’t heard back from HFW yet should I consider it a rejection… I’ve seen people saying ACs start in 10 days lol

I think most ppl who got AC invite on this forum applied really early, around late Oct or Nov? I applied around new year and haven't heard back yet.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

I think most ppl who got AC invite on this forum applied really early, around late Oct or Nov? I applied around new year and haven't heard back yet.

ahh ok- I applied 2 dec so quite late I guess! maybe they r working their way through the apps?