H.R Graduate recruitment intern Review

by L'Oreal

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.9/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my placement! I loved the culture and the energy within the company. I have learned so much within my time at L'Oreal and felt welcomed and valued by all team members.

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

    • I was given huge amounts of responsibility which made me feel valued and trusted by my colleagues.

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

    • The team ensured I was given exposure to all the different areas of H.R. that I wanted, I felt comfortable seeking help and guidance with my work.

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

    • The work was interesting and stimulating and met the right balance of working hard but not being over faced with work/

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

    • I was given huge amounts of responsibility which helped facilitate my growth within my my role, it also gave me a great sense of satisfaction knowing they trusted me with such tasks.

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

    • I was exposed to many areas within the H>R for example employment law which helps with a module I will be taking in my 3rd year.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was lots of team building activity's throughout my time which made the office feel warm and welcoming.

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

    • I was given a structured plan of what was expected from me with mid year reviews which kept me focused and organised throughout my time.

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

    • There was numerous opportunity's for extra learning such as lunch and learns and even an opportunity to have a graduate buddy.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Travel loan
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Opportunists are available and we have been well informed of the graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was around 100 interns with L'oreal, the HR team set up a committee to ensure we had a social experience within L'Oreal

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

    • The area is expensive, but the wage reflects the extra living cost

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

    • The night life was great, lots of bars and pubs close by.

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

    • There was endless opportunities to get involved. We had weekly socials and even sports teams!

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

August 2014

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