The graduate assessment process was very smooth and well organised. L'Oreal were prompt at advising on your progression and keeping communication clear.
There were a few interviews until we got to the final stage (an assessment centre) - We had to work in groups to create a presentation - We also had to present individually - Then a 1:1 interview, that asked questions like: - How we would deal with certain ethical situations - How we would problem solve certain situations - What drew us to L'Oreal and what we see our long term career with the company looking like - Previous experience and situations
Whilst 'Be Yourself' is possibly the most cliched advice to ever give, L'Oreal and it's culture not only reward authenticity, but demand it. If a candidate in an interview is pretending to be someone they're not for the sake of answering questions how they think the assessor wants it answered, this will be picked up on straight away. Authenticity also comes down to how much evidence you can provide when it comes to your answers - if you say you're passionate about sustainability, how does your CV or hobbies reflect this? Do you take the time to volunteer for an environmental-focused organisation? Do you enjoy reading about the issue more broadly? What insights can you give regarding your opinions on the issue? Or, for another example, if you say you enjoy being challenged and challenging yourself, how can you back this up? Did you undertake some subjects you knew you might find difficult in your tertiary studies for the sake of broadening your thinking? In a previous role, did you volunteer for projects outside your normal skillset for the sake of professional development?