TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[BonanzaBih_]

If I am applying to a firm that has a strong IP practice would it be worth mentioning that I took it as a module even though it was my worst one of the year (2.2). I am interested in IP but I don't know how it would come across seeing as I didn't do too well in the module at uni?

I have also done work experience in an IP department so should I just focus on that?

 

[LB24]

Anyone had the critical thinking test from AG yet? Has the email to transfer over to the vac scheme app from the training contract app so wondering if anyone had received anything

 

[MayaM0921]

I have received an invite to AC with NRF. They've asked for my A-level certificates before the assessment day, but I received them in 2016, and cannot locate them.

In terms of next steps, should I just explain that I can contact the exam boards but will need more time to receive the certificates while sending over my uni transcripts?

Hi, do you mind if I ask when you completed your VI?

 

[Amma Usman]

If I am applying to a firm that has a strong IP practice would it be worth mentioning that I took it as a module even though it was my worst one of the year (2.2). I am interested in IP but I don't know how it would come across seeing as I didn't do too well in the module at uni?

I have also done work experience in an IP department so should I just focus on that?

Hi @BonanzaBih_ . Studying the module is definitely worth mentioning, along with your IP work experience to show demonstrated interest. The 2:2 could matter depending on the firm’s policy and whether they focus on each module individually or just your overall grade. However, taking the IP module still reinforces your interest and knowledge in the field.

 

[SamiyaJ]

CC Open Day rejection post WG and now I just received the WG from Bird & Bird, kinda bittersweet? The battle continues. 🤺

 

[manifestingthetc]

Has anyone received a VI for W&C summer? yet?

 

[HelpAStudentOut]

Anyone heard back from W+C about the open day? I received a VI on Monday for the WVS and my application for both was essentially identical so not sure what to think…

 

[HelpAStudentOut]

Another point - has anyone received a rejection from Sidley pre-interview? I’m still waiting from August to hear anything

 

[SamiyaJ]

HSF PFO :/

 

[BonanzaBih_]

Should i assume PFO from NRF? Seen a few people get the VI and even the AC...

 

[ellabasing]

I want to apply to Latham's open day as I've heard they value that for when applicants then submit applications for their VS but on both the open day and VS application, there is the exact same question about extra-curricular activities, positions of responsibilities etc... I won't submit my VS application until after knowing the outcome of my open day application but would I have to make the answers completely different or could I keep them the same? And if I do need to make them different, how do I even do that?

 

[James Wakefield]

I’m interested to know if anyone is applying/has applied for both the HL Winter Vac and for their Lift Off scheme. I see nothing on the website which suggests you cannot apply for both.

Since the Lift Off scheme includes an invitation to an assessment centre for their Summer Vac, is this a loophole allowing you to be considered for both Winter and Summer? Or should I just focus on other firms now I have applied to HL once?

 

[Tintin06]

Nothing from Sidley yet, or Covington.

 

[member7830]

hey! I received a hfs open day invite and also my uni timetable which clashes! so annoying but does anyone know if I can request to switch onto another one, or would I just have to reapply?

 

[TCchaser24]

For HSF, people seem to have been offered either an AC or had a PFO, and then there's me, who received nothing since reaching the benchmark for the SJT . Is anyone else in this situation? what does this mean?

 

[yasmars]

For HSF, people seem to have been offered either an AC or had a PFO, and then there's me, who received nothing since reaching the benchmark for the SJT . Is anyone else in this situation? what does this mean?

They probably haven’t reached your app yet.

 

[SamiyaJ]

3 rejections in one day. I don’t even know how to feel!

 

[asplawyer100]

3 rejections in one day. I don’t even know how to feel!

What firms?

 

[BonanzaBih_]

3 rejections in one day. I don’t even know how to feel!

Honestly just take the rest of the day off, maybe even a few. It can be really brutal, put your mental health first!❤️

 

[Chelsea101]

Sidley are really taking there time with PFOs post-app!