Assistant Marketing Controller Review

by L'Oreal

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my placement at L'Oreal-the people and the work were both great.

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

    • Everyone was very friendly from the first day and made me feel welcome.

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

    • My manager was very good. She was always available to help and give guidance when needed. I had very clear objectives and a thorough review with my manager both half way and at the end of the placement.

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

    • This varied day-to-day but I was never sat with nothing to do. Depending on the time of the month it would be more or less busy.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibilty from the very start. I had my own role with my own responsibilities and people would approach me to ask questions.

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

    • I have learnt a lot of finance and IT skills. I will be able to take these with me into whatever career I pursue.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office is quite laid back and there is always lots going on.

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

    • I would say that the induction process could be better. However from the minute I arrived at L'Oreal the organisation of my placement was very good.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I attended various product courses and discovery days within different parts of the company.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am hoping to secure a graduate role with the company.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There have been a few social events organised by the interns comittee. Many people also go to a local pub for drinks.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • As it is in central London the prices are not cheap. However, L'Oreal is not right in the centre so it is not too bad.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • The nightlife is not good in the immediate area but central London is a tube ride away so this is great for nightlife.

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

    • There are a few sports teams to join. We also have a yearly citizens week where you can volunteer for a charity.

    3/5
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Banking

London

June 2013

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