TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[AlegalA]

Howdy @AlegalA

I'm pretty much in agreement with what @Jessica Booker said. If you really want to, there's no harm in trying to ensure there's some flow or continuity between the separate paragraphs. You could, for instance, add small, connecting sentences between the sections. For example, in the ‘Be Better Together’ section, you can mention how DWF's collaborative culture is something you'd be well-suited to and then discuss your particular example for that section. These short transitional sentences can give your statement a cohesive feel, but again it's not entirely necessary.

Best of luck!

Hi! Thanks so much for the advice. I did end up going with a separation, purely because the word count isn't high and I didn't really want to take away from actual content, but I'm glad I have confirmation that this was an okay choice so thank you!

 

[Deleted member 37508]

Latham rejection for their open day.

 

[FutureTraineeMaybe]

Has anyone taken the Deloitte test, and if so, does it include a VI component?

 

[BM99]

Goodwin open day invite

 

[studentdelaw786]

Is it just me or are Davis Polk absolutely not interested in hiring graduates (VS/TC)? Zero mention of "graduate" on their website or recruitment brochure, and having had a quick look on LinkedIn it seems all future trainees/trainees were offered TCs whilst being students.

I am a graduate, but despite all these red flags I feel tempted to apply (as I'm really interested in corp fin and the style of the firm). Please can someone with insight or knowledge of the matter advise. Is it worth applying in my situation/as a graduate?

Looping in @Jessica Booker @Andrei Radu

I spoke to Grad Rec at the Legal Cheek Law Fair, who confirmed that grads can apply for the Insight Days (closing on 12th November). I’ve drafted my application for them, you have nothing to lose by applying.

 

[Aspiringsolicitor01]

Has anyone taken the Deloitte test, and if so, does it include a VI component?

I have and it does yes.

 

[F a v o u r]

My university is holding an exclusive open day with a firm. And a few dinners with others. We have to apply through our law society but they are corrupt and take all the places for themselves and their friends.

Besides this would a firm be taking notes of students and looking out for their application if they showed good prospect at these events. I am keen to attend but uncertain as to whether I should leave it and apply for standard open days and vacation schemes.

@Jessica Booker any advice

Are you at Warwick by any chance? No shade to them but I completely relate😂

 

[F a v o u r]

Has anyone taken the Deloitte test, and if so, does it include a VI component?

The job simulation assessment includes a VI component

 

[helloj]

Sidley Austin Winter Interview - I was sure it was a rejection!

 

[Deleted member 37508]

Are you at Warwick by any chance? No shade to them but I completely relate😂

No I’m not, it’s sad to see other universities go through the same thing. Most of the exec are non law coasting away with their English and History degrees. As I rough it with law.

 

[Victor87]

Has anyone that did their W&C VI on the 14th or later received an AC invite or PFO?

 

[OrangeCherry1800]

Anything from A&O post AC?

 

[LexNavigator]

Has anyone that did their W&C VI on the 14th or later received an AC invite or PFO?

Did my W&C VI a week ago, nothing yet

 

[CN04]

any advice for first round jones day interview?

Don't know if you've done it yet but it was (like everyone else will say) very conversational. I think it's best to just go through your CV and really reflect on what you got from each experience.

 

[FutureTraineeMaybe]

The job simulation assessment includes a VI component

Thank you!

 

[gimmeavacschemepls]

Has anyone that did their W&C VI on the 14th or later received an AC invite or PFO?

They are still sending VI invites out so I assume they are probably in the process of arranging the next AC's, not 100% sure though.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Thanks @Jessica Booker

Do you advise I email grad rec?

I don’t see the harm in doing so to get clarity on this.

 

[Jessica Booker]

My university is holding an exclusive open day with a firm. And a few dinners with others. We have to apply through our law society but they are corrupt and take all the places for themselves and their friends.

Besides this would a firm be taking notes of students and looking out for their application if they showed good prospect at these events. I am keen to attend but uncertain as to whether I should leave it and apply for standard open days and vacation schemes.

@Jessica Booker any advice

I recommend going to these events if you can but it’s not an issue if you don’t attend.

There maybe a system where you effectively get a “star” flag for attending events like this (but you can get them via law fairs too) but I wouldn’t say they take notes on how you “performed” at a dinner. It would be no more than “keep an eye out for this candidate’s application”. But that won’t influence the decision on your application.

 

[Deleted member 37508]

I recommend going to these events if you can but it’s not an issue if you don’t attend.

There maybe a system where you effectively get a “star” flag for attending events like this (but you can get them via law fairs too) but I wouldn’t say they take notes on how you “performed” at a dinner. It would be no more than “keep an eye out for this candidate’s application”. But that won’t influence the decision on your application.

This specific firm that is hosting the open day has rejected me twice in the past month for their own open day. Is it a bad idea to apply for this as well. This application is done via the firm and not the society.

 

[Deleted member 37508]

Has anyone heard from Linklaters and Weil for their open days. Links closed 2 weeks ago and my application is on hold not sure what that means.