Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023-24 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

Sunshinepink

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    Hey everyone,

    Vacation Scheme application season is here! To make things easier for those of us preparing to apply, I have put together a list to track all the applications and their due dates for the Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes. I will keep this list updated! Please feel free to drop any suggestions to better utilise this thread.

    Thank you and all the best!


    Here are the firms that have announced their application opening and closing dates for Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes 2023/24 so far:

    (This list is dynamic and will be updated as firms release their application windows)

    Winter Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023/24:

    August 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st August 202322nd September 2023Allen & OveryNon-Rolling
    28th August 202329th September 2023 (noon)AshurstNon-Rolling

    September 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st September 202313th October 2023Slaughter and MayRolling
    1st September 202320th December 2023Willkie, Farr & GallagherRolling but won't fill up places until after deadline
    1st September 20231st October 2023HSFNon-Rolling
    4th September 20235th October 2023LinklatersNon-Rolling
    7th September 202320th October 2023:Covington & BurlingNon-Rolling
    17th September 202315th October 2023 (noon)Sidley AustinRolling


    Spring Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023/24:

    September 2023​

    Opening Date Closing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st September 20231st December 2023Herbert Smith FreehillsNon-Rolling
    17th September 20237th January, 2024Sidley AustinRolling

    October 2023​

    Opening Date Closing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    2nd October 202314th December 2023LinklatersNon-Rolling
    2nd October 20235th January 2024Slaughter and MayRolling


    Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023/24:

    September 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st September 20231st December 2023Herbert Smith FreehillsNon-Rolling
    1st September 20238th December 2023Slaughter and MayRolling
    1st September 202320th December 2023Willkie Farr & GallagherRolling but won't fill up places until after deadline
    1st September 202316th January 2024Gibson DunnRolling
    4th September 202327th October 2023Allen & OveryNon-Rolling
    7th September 202312th January 2024Covington & BurlingNon-Rolling
    17th September 20237th January 2024Sidley AustinRolling

    October 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st October 20231st January 2024Baker McKenzieRolling
    1st October 20237th January 2024MilbankNon-Rolling
    2nd October 202314th December 2023LinklatersNon-Rolling
    2nd October 20235th January 2024 (noon)AshurstNon-Rolling

    Hello Niyati,

    What does Rolling & Non-Rolling mean? Rolling as in the first applications will be looked at first?

    Thank you!
     

    Niyati Nagda

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    Hello Niyati,

    What does Rolling & Non-Rolling mean? Rolling as in the first applications will be looked at first?

    Thank you!
    Hello @Sunshinepink

    When applications are reviewed on a Rolling Basis, they are evaluated as they are received, and acceptances are sent out individually in the order they are processed.

    To succeed in this scenario, it's advisable to apply to firms as soon as their application windows open. Sometimes, these openings fill up quickly, and some individuals might receive responses while others are still waiting. For example, Slaughter and May.

    On the other hand, when applications are considered on a Non-Rolling Basis, they are reviewed only after the application deadline has passed. This process is generally more accommodating, as all applicants are given equal consideration. For example, Herbert Smith Freehills.

    Thank you for the question. I hope this helps!
     

    Ella thopliss

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    Hi I’m currently at university going into my second year but my third year requires a placement year. Have you got a list of law firms that take on a student for a placement year and the deadlines to apply to them?
    Many thanks
    Ella
     

    I’m_Batman

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    Hi, is anyone in my position or can you direct me to the best option? I was a covid student so my A-level grades were cancelled so when I got BCC I was just happy with not sitting the exam not realising the impact it could make in the future. Then I went to uni to do LLB Law and really struggled with family issues in 2nd year and landed with a 57% 2:2. I got a first-class in my dissertation and I would really love to aspire to a career as a corporate solicitor. Any tips or advice on what I can do to stand out in applications as they are opening, which firms I should consider applying and anyone in a similar position?
    If being a solicitor in a commercial/corporate law firm is your ambition, then I have no doubt you will accomplish this. University grades are certainly important but they are not a golden bullet. It is a big world, London is a big city, and there are opportunities afar when good candidates slip through the cracks.
    As a first step, I would make a list of those firms that do not have A Level requirements and apply to those. Off the top of my head, I know Squire Patton Boggs are an insanely impressive firm that do not require A Levels. A friend of mine obtained a vacation scheme with A Level grades worse than yours. He did not receive the TC offer but was told to reapply this year. There will also be BCLP, DWF and others.
    Secondly, you should sit down (over the course of a few sessions if it is difficult) and detail what impacted your A Level grades and university grades using Microsoft Word. Law firms will accept a detailed letter if the space that explains your extenuating circumstances needs more space.
    Lastly, I advise if this is something you are serious about pursuing long-term to play the long game. I am a career changer and finished the GDL/LPC in 2020. I have been through a few cycles now, making it to the last stage with the offer being elusive. I will pick myself up, gain more experience, and come back. Paralegal roles and applying to firms as an internal candidate are also possibilities. Alternatively, a contact of mine trained via Accutrainee and is now a CMS lawyer. There is no reason to conclude the worst from your circumstances but keep your head up and remain persistent. Best of luck!
     

    Sunshinepink

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  • Feb 1, 2023
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    222
    [FOR TRAINING CONTRACT DEADLINES, CLICK HERE]

    Hey everyone,

    Vacation Scheme application season is here! To make things easier for those of us preparing to apply, I have put together a list to track all the applications and their due dates for the Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes. I will keep this list updated! Please feel free to drop any suggestions to better utilise this thread.

    Thank you and all the best!


    Here are the firms that have announced their application opening and closing dates for Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes 2023/24 so far:

    (This list is dynamic and will be updated as firms release their application windows)

    Winter Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023/24:

    August 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st August 202322nd September 2023Allen & OveryNon-Rolling
    28th August 202329th September 2023 (noon)AshurstNon-Rolling

    September 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st September 202313th October 2023Slaughter and MayRolling
    1st September 202320 October 2023Jones DayRolling
    1st September 202320th December 2023Willkie, Farr & GallagherRolling but won't fill up places until after deadline
    1st September 20231st October 2023HSFNon-Rolling
    4th September 20235th October 2023LinklatersNon-Rolling
    7th September 202320th October 2023:Covington & BurlingNon-Rolling
    17th September 202315th October 2023 (noon)Sidley AustinRolling


    Spring Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023/24:

    September 2023​

    Opening Date Closing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st September 20231st December 2023Herbert Smith FreehillsNon-Rolling
    1st September 202310th December 2023SkaddenRolling
    1st September 202331st January 2024Jones DayRolling
    4th September 20233rd November 2023Mishcon De Reya
    Rolling
    7th September 202315th January 2024Shearman & SterlingNon- Rolling
    14th September 20231st December 2023Bird & BirdRolling
    17th September 20237th January 2024Sidley AustinRolling
    18th September 20233rd December 2023Latham & Watkins
    Rolling
    25th September 20235th January 2024MacfarlanesNon-Rolling

    October 2023​

    Opening Date Closing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st October 202331st January 2024Mayer BrownRolling
    2nd October 202314th December 2023LinklatersNon-Rolling
    2nd October 20235th January 2024Slaughter and MayRolling


    Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023/24:

    September 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st September 20231st December 2023Herbert Smith FreehillsNon-Rolling
    1st September 20238th December 2023Slaughter and MayRolling
    1st September 202310th December 2023
    Skadden
    Rolling
    1st September 202320th December 2023Willkie Farr & GallagherRolling but won't fill up places until after deadline
    1st September 202314th January 2024BCLPRolling
    1st September 202316th January 2024Gibson DunnRolling
    1st September 202331st January 2024
    Jones Day
    Rolling
    4th September 202327th October 2023Allen & OveryNon-Rolling
    4th September 20235th January 2024Mishcon De ReyaRolling
    7th September 202312th January 2024Covington & BurlingNon-Rolling
    7th September 202315th January 2024Shearman & SterlingNon- Rolling
    14th September 202322nd December 2023Bird & Bird
    Rolling
    17th September 20237th January 2024Sidley AustinRolling
    18th September 20233rd December 2023Latham & WatkinsRolling

    October 2023​

    Opening DateClosing DateFirm NameRolling/Non-Rolling
    1st October 20231st January 2024Baker McKenzieRolling
    1st October 20237th January 2024MilbankNon-Rolling
    1st October 202331st January 2024Mayer BrownRolling
    2nd October 202314th December 2023LinklatersNon-Rolling
    2nd October 20235th January 2024 (noon)AshurstNon-Rolling

    To add to this, Norton Rose Fulbright:

    SchemeDuration DatesApplication datesEligible
    Winter Vacation Scheme2 weeks4 - 15 December 202311 September – 13 October Penultimate year, final year and graduates (law and non-law)
    Summer Vacation Scheme2 weeks10 – 21 June 20241 January – 18 February 2024Penultimate year, final year and graduates (law and non-law)
    Summer Vacation Scheme2 weeks15 July - 26 July 20241 January – 18 February 2024Penultimate year, final year and graduates (law and non-law)
     

    Tintin06

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    Is it worth applying to US firms with the following academics:

    GCSEs ABBBBCCC; A Levels: AAA; degree: 62.5 (average of 65 with first year exams - Oxbridge).

    I did VSs in 2018, 2019 and 2020 but gave up for two years after not converting anything.
     
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    I’m_Batman

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    Is it worth applying to US firms with the following academics:

    GCSEs ABBBBCCC; A Levels: AAA; degree: 62.5 (average of 65 with first year exams - Oxbridge).

    I did VSs in 2018, 2019 and 2020 but gave up for two years after not converting anything.

    Definitely worth for Squires. Unsure about the rest. Well done on the A Level/Oxbridge turnaround after GCSE. Look at you!
     

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