TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Gday33]

Amazing! Was this for their summer vac scheme?

Yes 👍🏻

 

[Zaraa.x]

This is off topic but has anyone been allocated to CMS via 10,000 black interns or been through the process?

 

[user9809]

This is off topic but has anyone been allocated to CMS via 10,000 black interns or been through the process?

I was allocated but withdrew to apply for the TC

 

[Zaraa.x]

I was allocated but withdrew to apply for the TC

Ohhh okayy that makes sense - did CMS reach out to you and then you withdrew or did you see that you was allocated then withdraw (sorry for all the qs just asking for a friend)

 

[emma.d]

Some potentially stupid questions about the TW cover letter:
Who is it addressed to?
Do I need to put my address and the firm's address?

 

[axele]

For the live application reviews for premium members, how can we join the whatsapp group that votes on the application to be reviewed?

 

[User5678]

Some potentially stupid questions about the TW cover letter:
Who is it addressed to?
Do I need to put my address and the firm's address?

1. Graduate recruitment team
2. I usually just end up putting the firms address but I think it’s usually not required to put any address (at least some firms mention it in their instructions)

 

[studentdelaw786]

Weil, Gotshal & Manges Insight Evening invite!! finally something positive in this cycle

 

[user9809]

Ohhh okayy that makes sense - did CMS reach out to you and then you withdrew or did you see that you was allocated then withdraw (sorry for all the qs just asking for a friend)

I saw they allocated me, applied but realised you could only apply for either the TC or internship so emailed them to withdraw

 

[theone132213]

Anything from Taylor Wessing post-test for the summer scheme? it's been a while... ahaha

I reckon it could be a while - I know they don't fill placed before the deadline. I applied last week but am only receiving the test tomorrow. Assuming they might wait for everyone to complete it first.

 

[Zaraa.x]

I saw they allocated me, applied but realised you could only apply for either the TC or internship so emailed them to withdraw

Ohh okay perf thank you! She’s still waiting to hear from them & where did you see that you could do one or the other? Strange they don’t consider candidates for TCs because CMS don’t have a vac scheme.

 

[emma.d]

Another TW cover letter question: do I have to do a little intro (I'm applying to the SVS... I'm a penultimate year student...)?

 

[user9809]

Ohh okay perf thank you! She’s still waiting to hear from them & where did you see that you could do one or the other? Strange they don’t consider candidates for TCs because CMS don’t have a vac scheme.

When I went to apply for the TC it wasn’t allowing me to so I emailed and they confirmed it

 

[Szofi66]

Did anyone do the PM blended assessment? Pm me pls

 

[Audric_T]

I don't know if this helps anyone but if you are still waiting for a response from DLA i.e. VI or A/C- kindly note that they mentioned that they have an A/C next week and another A/C in January 2025 - so they may still get to you shortly - I wouldn't assume PFO just yet

 

[Zaraa.x]

When I went to apply for the TC it wasn’t allowing me to so I emailed and they confirmed it

Thank you for clarifying!

 

[James Wakefield]

I reckon it could be a while - I know they don't fill placed before the deadline. I applied last week but am only receiving the test tomorrow. Assuming they might wait for everyone to complete it first.

How long did it take before they gave you the test?

 

[DesperateForVac]

Yes they do from what they state in their email
Just had an interview with them following the test

How was it? What were your traits on the test?

 

[Amma Usman]

Hi everyone,

I’ve just posted a thread on how to identify a law firm’s competitors. It relates to a recent post I made, but expands on it in more depth;

Guide to Identifying a Law Firm’s Competitors

In this guide, I’ll be talking about how to identify a law firm’s competitors. This is a skill that’s not only useful for applications but also helps you get a much better understanding of the legal industry as a whole. Honestly, this was something I initially struggled with. I found it hard to...

www.thecorporatelawacademy.com

Hope you find it useful and best of luck with the apps

 

[Amma Usman]

Another TW cover letter question: do I have to do a little intro (I'm applying to the SVS... I'm a penultimate year student...)?

Hey @emma.d ,

Yes, I usually take the approach of introducing myself first. This is a typical example of what I tend to include in the first introductory paragraph of a cover letter;

I am currently a penultimate year law student at the University of X, applying for a position on X firm’s Summer Vacation Scheme, as advertised on X. This cover letter will cover three key aspects; my motivation for a career in commercial law, a career at your firm specifically, and the achievements which make me a standout candidate for the placement.

The structure this introduction provides has always served me well and I hope you find it useful too.