TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
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SJT + some WG style questions + long attention to detail test (detecting spelling and grammar mistakes). It’s just long.
no but I emailed them and they confirm they’ve received my submission so dw
I did mine yesterday afternoon and haven’t received a feedback report or an email confirming whether I reached the benchmark or not. The email does say we should hear back by Thursday next week. Best of luck!
Has anyone heard from W&C for the summer vacation scheme? I applied in October and have heard nothing.
White & Case VI OMG 🫨
Applied 5th of Jan and got the VI invite email around an hour or two ago. 🙂
Applied for both Spring and Summer because I am very indecisive. 😂
Has anyone got any insights into their VI? I would really appreciate it. 🙂
Applied 5th of Jan and got the VI invite email around an hour or two ago. 🙂
Applied for both Spring and Summer because I am very indecisive. 😂
Has anyone got any insights into their VI? I would really appreciate it. 🙂
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W&C PFO post app. I’m heartbroken.
In the email, they outlined a brief selection criteria against which my application was rejected, but I’m genuinely confused as I ensured that my cover letter was crafted based on those criteria😔
“As a minimum, successful applicants must have an excellent academic record.” - I graduated with a high 2:1 (68) from a RG uni and Distinction for my LLM. 😔
“A demonstrated commercial and legal interest and awareness, a good eye for detail and accuracy, and an ability to write clearly and succinctly.” - I had two professional experiences in the two relevant sectors W&C specialises in. Additionally, my cover letter was succinct, well-structured, and most importantly, tailored to me. I was actually so proud of this cover letter. 😞and my mentor loved it too..
“We are also looking for people who are self-motivated, successful team members with leadership qualities.” - I held two leadership positions at uni, and of course, these were included in the application.😔
“On top of this, some applicants are able to offer other skills, knowledge, or experience over and above that offered by other candidates, which are particularly relevant to our business e.g., previous relevant work experience or language skills.” - I speak two languages fluently and one at an intermediate level, so I truly don’t know what went wrong.
This is very heartbreaking because I poured my heart into this application, and based on this information, I can’t even seem to understand why I was rejected. I conveyed my genuine interest in the firm and a commercial career through my tailored cover letter and relevant professional experiences.
I feel incredibly disappointed and confused. I invested so much time and effort into this application, believing that I was a strong candidate. Actually, it was ironic bc I spent the last hours prepping for their VI thinking that I would receive their invitation soon and then 💥 my hopes were shattered with just one email.
In the email, they outlined a brief selection criteria against which my application was rejected, but I’m genuinely confused as I ensured that my cover letter was crafted based on those criteria😔
“As a minimum, successful applicants must have an excellent academic record.” - I graduated with a high 2:1 (68) from a RG uni and Distinction for my LLM. 😔
“A demonstrated commercial and legal interest and awareness, a good eye for detail and accuracy, and an ability to write clearly and succinctly.” - I had two professional experiences in the two relevant sectors W&C specialises in. Additionally, my cover letter was succinct, well-structured, and most importantly, tailored to me. I was actually so proud of this cover letter. 😞and my mentor loved it too..
“We are also looking for people who are self-motivated, successful team members with leadership qualities.” - I held two leadership positions at uni, and of course, these were included in the application.😔
“On top of this, some applicants are able to offer other skills, knowledge, or experience over and above that offered by other candidates, which are particularly relevant to our business e.g., previous relevant work experience or language skills.” - I speak two languages fluently and one at an intermediate level, so I truly don’t know what went wrong.
This is very heartbreaking because I poured my heart into this application, and based on this information, I can’t even seem to understand why I was rejected. I conveyed my genuine interest in the firm and a commercial career through my tailored cover letter and relevant professional experiences.
I feel incredibly disappointed and confused. I invested so much time and effort into this application, believing that I was a strong candidate. Actually, it was ironic bc I spent the last hours prepping for their VI thinking that I would receive their invitation soon and then 💥 my hopes were shattered with just one email.
Pretty sure W&C has a reputation for completely ghosting (have heard this from quite a few people)
I’m really sorry this happened, I hope you get an amazing firm very soon!
I'm so sorry to hear that. Their application was so long too they had so many questions, it sucks when you put so much time into an application for them to hit you back with generic feedback that doesn't apply to you. It seems like you are a great candidate I hope you get an offer from a firm that you want to work at soon.
I’m really sorry to hear this! 😕
Just know that rejection is redirection and that the right firm for you will see all your achievements and potential and offer you that well deserved TC!! 🙂
Best of luck with the remainder of this application cycle! Don’t give up on yourself! 🙂
Don't feel too disheartened! W&C recieve over 4k applications each cycle, there's plenty of people in the exact same position who are adequately qualified but for whatever reason overlooked! Don't forget that there isn't a formula for success in these things, they're never for granted. In fact, a lot of these things come down to getting axed by an AI bot that flagged a gramatical error and due to the volume of applicants your application never actually gets read by recruitment. Especially at W&C, rolling applications add a level of uncertainty because you don't know the quality of the other 3,999 applicants. Luckily, a post app pfo means you can likely apply again with a more refined and possibly improved application. Keep your head up, rejection is sometimes redirection, W&C aren't the only firm out there doing what they do!
Fieldfisher PFO post test. Any advice on SJT's? Not sure I have ever passed one. I have tried answering honestly and I have tried answering in line with firm values yet never seem to progress.
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