TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Smart water 0403]

for DLA- if you got the e-mail saying you passed test, what does this mean ? will they review our apps now ?

 

[VMS]

for DLA- if you got the e-mail saying you passed test, what does this mean ? will they review our apps now ?

Yes, I think so. They'll review them and decide who to move on to video interviews.

 

[asplawyer100]

Anyone heard from HSF?

 

[AlegalA]

NRF anyone heard following app/test.

I got a PFO post test. Since they review apps after the test I reckon you met the threshold for the test and they're reviewing your app now!

 

[Tcvspfo]

I got a PFO post test. Since they review apps after the test I reckon you met the threshold for the test and they're reviewing your app now!

I am sorry to hear about your PFO am sure there are other firms out there for you. If you don't mind me asking when did you get your PFO.

 

[s9111]

The DLA Piper email (having passed the WG) says “Our team will carefully review all candidates who have reached this stage and shortlist those who will progress to the next phase”.

Does this mean the WG was automatic? I thought shortlisted applicants were invited to take the WG in the first place.

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

literally, it's so annoying. I'm wondering whether it's actually automatic - I sent them an email about it so hopefully they get back to me relatively soon!

Same thing happens every year - the WG is automatic. E-mail and chase them if you've been waiting long. They are so inconsistent with sending them out.

I've just received my test without emailing graduate recruitment btw, so it's not automatic

 

[ellabasing]

For anyone doing the Addleshaw Goddard application for Summer Placement Scheme, for the qualification section, do we just put our degree and the grade we graduated with or do we need to put all the different modules? I assume it is just the degree but just wanted to check!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Thank you so much for the document!

Regarding Mishcon:
Q1: Do you require a visa to work in the UK (Y/N)
Q2: Do you currently hold a valid visa to work in the the UK (Y/N + If yes, please provide details).
Q3: If you are an EU or Swiss National or the family member of an EU or Swiss, have you received, or made an application for, Settled or Pre-Settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme? (Y/N)

I just don't know if they see a UK passport as a visa? It just seems a bit weird?

Also, do you have thoughts about the boxes for "achievements and awards"? (If they have 5 boxes is it expected to fill all 5? I have filled 2, one with all my virtual VS/ internships (like legal cheek's one) + Forage, the other with volunteering work I have done. Should I try and fill the other 3 as well (separating Forage from the rest, talking about hobbies etc) or is that overkill if I don't really have anything more to say?)

It is fine to say N to question 2 if you have put N to question 1.

I would try to put more achievements rather then individual virtual programmes into this section. It is not an issue if you haven’t got 5 examples.

 

[AlegalA]

Thank you and I got the email last Friday!

I am sorry to hear about your PFO am sure there are other firms out there for you. If you don't mind me asking when did you get your PFO.

 

[OliverTwist]

I don't think they allow TC apps from anyone who hasn't already done their VS. At least, that's what others have said on here.

Ah I see, thanking you!

 

[itwillcome]

Has anyone done Ashurst's written case study virtual interview before? How does it work? Will we be given verbal instructions or a downloadable info pack? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

 

[fingersarecrossed]

omg they know my watson glaser is bad so they r giving me a few extra days to practice 😢 no wonder they havent responded

Yes, I think so. They'll review them and decide who to move on to video interviews.

 

[James Wakefield]

For anyone doing the Addleshaw Goddard application for Summer Placement Scheme, for the qualification section, do we just put our degree and the grade we graduated with or do we need to put all the different modules? I assume it is just the degree but just wanted to check!

I just put degree and the grade graduated with. I think the only way you could put your modules would be to put them as separate qualifications which doesn't seem correct.

Did you find the form suspiciously short? Also I couldn't see where to select Spring or Summer, just a location for their Placement Scheme.

 

[AlegalA]

It is fine to say N to question 2 if you have put N to question 1.

I would try to put more achievements rather then individual virtual programmes into this section. It is not an issue if you haven’t got 5 examples.

Perfect thank you

 

[s9111]

Does anyone know if Taylor Wessing’s online test is automatic? The website doesn’t make it clear

 

[fingersarecrossed]

I just put degree and the grade graduated with. I think the only way you could put your modules would be to put them as separate qualifications which doesn't seem correct.

Did you find the form suspiciously short? Also I couldn't see where to select Spring or Summer, just a location for their Placement Scheme.

i think you can decide after the ac whether you want to do spring or summer

 

[RonRod13]

For those that passed the DLA WG what did your feedback report say? Was every section "strength to leverage"?

 

[zq522]

Does anyone know if Taylor Wessing’s online test is automatic? The website doesn’t make it clear

I believe it is. I sat it a few days ago and didnt pass

 

[Tcvspfo]

Thank you and I got the email last Friday!

Thank you for letting me know.