Supply Chain and Logistics Intern Review

by L'Oreal

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • My placement at the L'Oreal distribution centre has given me such a well rounded experience of the supply chain function. I've been challenged to a good level which has facilitated my development.

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

    • My team couldn't have been more welcoming and supportive.

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

    • My manager and supervisor were always around and happy to help me with any problems and support on my projects.

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

    • I had a manageable level of daily tasks as well as a variety of adhoc jobs.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was involved in a key projects, during which I was given a great amount of responsibility to communicate the project to various audiences via presentations.

    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 skills I have learnt will help me during my final year of university and my future career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone within the office is so kind and friendly. It has been a pleasure to spend my time here.

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

    • A good structure.

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

    • I had a strong input in the shaping of my placement to allow me to develop in areas that I most wanted to.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 4/5

    The Culture

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

    • At the distribution centre there is just one other intern. Not a great deal of social events with colleagues - just the Christmas party.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Living in Nottingham is relatively cheap and lots of fun.

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

    • In the area that the distribution centre is there is not much. However it is easily possible to live and commute from Nottingham which has great nightlife.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

May 2019

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