Supply Chain Intern Review

I've really enjoyed my Supply Chain placement at L'Oreal - it has really pushed my boundaries in terms of what I thought I was capable of taking on (in terms of responsibility) and made me realized how much I like to work in a fast-paced environment. They give you a lot of responsibility from the start which means you really feel like you're contributing to the team and wider company.

For the most part I feel that my team valued me in general, the level of work that I did and the extent I supported theirs. However within the wider L'Oreal community I do feel that my role was taken less seriously at the start as I was 'only an intern' which meant I had to really prove my capabilities from the start in order to be taken seriously.

My managers were very supportive when I asked. I think it's definitely a 'sink-or-swim' culture which means it's a bit of a uphill climb at the start, but means you end up getting a much better understanding in the long run. I do feel that I would have benefitted from more guidance at the start, as my manager is more of a 'you really need

Very! I was given a lot of sole responsibilities from the offset which meant I spent a lot of time having to figure out how best to achieve the tasks. As my placement progressed I was given further responsibilities and projects so my role never really slowed down - but it means I've had experience and gained understanding in a lot more than I expected so overall was worthwhile. My role was also very customer-centric which meant there was a lot of ad hoc issues and queries to pick up and sort daily.

A lot! I was an implant for a key retail customer (so went alone to their offices 1 day a week to liaise with them and help with issues as needed), as well as fully responsible for their account from a supply chain perspective.

Massively - not just in the computer/work skills I've developed, but my networking and interpersonal skills have been significantly improved which I feel will be a great help going back to university and beyond.

Good - fun and enjoyable, team made it a great place to be even on harder days

For the most part good

Lots of optional learn sessions throughout about all the different roles/divisions, plus 8 compulsory meetings to learn about key practicalities like competition law

Definitely lots of good roles available lower in the employment chain so for the next few years to come I'd be very interested in coming back. Not sure how much movement/promotion space there is as you get higher up the ladder

Monthly intern socials, Friday drinks with team

London so expensive!

Lots of pubs/bars nearby to office

Yes, my team were are very sporty and ran/cycled together most weekends, L'Oreal also has football and volleyball teams which compete yearly against other countries!