TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

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Hi @Jessica Booker ,

I have just been accepted in a Pro bono placement programme which I will be able to add to my CV from early to mid November onwards as I have not done anything yet. Will I be at a disadvantage if I wait until at least mid November to apply to firms that are rolling (Reed, Dentons, Bakers, OC)?
 

Tintin06

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Thanks for asking! I haven’t heard, but it was very conversational and everyone I met was extremely nice! Great firm. I think it went pretty well but always hard to tell. I was happy with how I presented myself but as we all know it is extremely competitive so who knows the outcome. Really enjoyed the process, waiting to hear is the hard part! Have you got an interview with them?
Not yet, they're in my top five firms though, along with Willkie, Milbank, SullCrom (who aren't open yet) and White & Case. Were many other people doing interviews that day? I know the Jones Day interview is literally just go in, have an interview, leave. Is Sidley more of an AC?
 

THE GOAT

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Not yet, they're in my top five firms though, along with Willkie, Milbank, SullCrom (who aren't open yet) and White & Case. Were many other people doing interviews that day? I know the Jones Day interview is literally just go in, have an interview, leave. Is Sidley more of an AC?
As far as I am aware I was the only one that day but no idea tbh. It is just an 1hr 15 interview.
 
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tcla02

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    hi I got the email from DLA saying I have to take the WG and that the link is another email but so far I have received no emails with the test. It's been one day since they sent me the first email and I do not know what to do anymore. anyone have any ideas?
     

    l789

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    No I was rejected, unfortunately. I just submitted my App so I'm thinking it is unlikely I'll get far.
    Thanks for replying… sorry to hear about that.

    I also got rejected, even though I thought my application was ridiculously strong. Allaboutlaw said it was due to capacity issues that they couldn’t invite everyone.


    Nevertheless I attended a virtual event with HL through Allaboutlaw and gained some very unique insights so hope that will help my application.

    wishing you the best outcome for the application- I know you can do it!!!
     

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