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L'Oreal

Marketing Intern Review

at L'Oreal

Placement (10 Months+)

Marketing

London

Review Submitted: June 2024

Overall Rating

4.9 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
4.8/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
4.8/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
During my internship, I undertook a diverse range of tasks and engaged in extensive cross-functional collaboration. My responsibilities included supporting marketing campaigns, new product launches, and digital initiatives. This involved innovating ideas, storyboarding, asset creation, and copywriting for both online and offline channels. Additionally, I conducted comprehensive brand, customer, and market analyses, which included store visits, data analytics and presented key insights to the wider team. Furthermore, I managed the end-to-end process of packaging artwork, ensuring localisation for the UKI markets. This required liaising with legal and scientific teams for compliance, working with design agencies, and coordinating with other countries when necessary.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, I was given lots of responsibility during my internship, which immensely contributed to my professional and personal growth. My managers trusted me with major projects and granted me the opportunity to play a key role in assisting marketing campaigns, new product launches, and other impactful initiatives. This made me feel valued within the team and enabled me to make meaningful contributions to the brand goals while enhancing my professional skills.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
Working in a dynamic, fast-paced brand within the demanding skincare industry has significantly enhanced my organisation and time-management skills. I have become adept at working under tight deadlines, effectively planning my time, handling multiple projects, bending and not breaking under pressure. Managing over 100 skincare renovation artworks and coordinating with both internal and external stakeholders has boosted my project management, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. Additionally, brainstorming ideas for marketing campaigns has sharpened my innovative thinking, attention to detail, and ability to make well-informed, data-driven decisions.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received lots of support and guidance throughout the internship both from my direct line managers and the wider team. There was a strong sense of psychological safety where everyone was so approachable, friendly, and willing to help. This environment encouraged me to ask questions freely and share my ideas openly. Weekly catch-ups and frequent check-ins with my managers provided valuable mentorship and constructive feedback, which was crucial for my continuous improvement.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The company culture is a perfect blend of diversity, inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation. The workforce is made up of colleagues from diverse cultures, nationalities, backgrounds, and expertise, fostering a rich and inclusive environment. It is a lively, fast-paced and collaborative atmosphere that encourages employees to enjoy their work and thrive professionally.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
4/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I have really enjoyed my placement and forever grateful for this internship opportunity. I had the privilege of working with the best managers and team I could have asked for. Being involved in lots of impactful campaigns and projects enabled me to meaningfully contribute to the industry whilst growing both personally and professionally. Overall, this internship has been transformative and enriching.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at L'Oreal
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend L'Oreal to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to L'Oreal
Be authentic, research and show your passion for the role, the company and the beauty industry. Highlight your adaptability, creativity, willingness to learn, and how you will use your unique skills, abilities and past experiences to meaningfully contribute to the industry.
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