Marketing Intern Review

by L'Oreal

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • The marketing internship at L'Oreal was a brilliant introduction to the world of business. The varied nature of the job meant there were (almost) no dull moments.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • The ethos of L'Oreal and the responsibilities I was given made me feel like a truly valued member of the team.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • While I had many responsibilities, I always felt there was a strong support network and that I could seek guidance from my manager when I needed it.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Incredibly busy, but the varied nature of the job meant that it was easy to balance everything out.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I felt like a full member of the team, running projects and assisting with important value-adding drives. I was expected to be accountable and my opinions were always listened to.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The internship was an incredible opportunity to develop transferrable skills and a fascinating insight into the workings of a huge corporation.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Everyone was great fun but also very committed and dedicated.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well-run, with networking opportunities built in and strong HR support.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There were many training programs to really help immerse us in the L'Oreal experience. The marketing and HR teams, as well as the company as a whole, really cared about our future and made us feel valued.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Although the salary is not particularly high, the opportunities available and the ethos of L'Oreal are incredibly appealing.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Yes, Lots of socials were organized and an intern committee set yup by the HR team.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Being London, life is expensive!

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • In Hammersmith itself there isn't much but the whole of London is just a tube stop away!

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes. L'Oreal provide brilliant extra-curricular opportunities, from philanthropy to sport.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2017

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