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      internship experience

      Intern
      Former employee
      London, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Provide good salary for internships

      Cons

      No more opportunities for career advancement

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      Tencent Response
      now
      Thank you for sharing your internship experience at our London office! At Tencent, we strive to create an environment where interns like you can not only grow their careers but also expand their horizons, and gain valuable experience with the latest technological innovations. We hope that you have had the chance to experience new and innovative projects during your time with us. Best wishes for you to continue your journey of growth and exploration in your future career.

      Toxic culture with gaslighting and no growth opportunities

      Localization specialist
      Current employee
      Shanghai, Shanghai
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      None that I know of

      Cons

      Awful Chinese corporate culture with grind, unpaid OT, glass ceiling for foreigners and a lot of gaslighting and low key bulling involved.

      Dream company

      Anonymous employee
      Former employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      industry leader, offer great opportunities to learn and grow

      Cons

      sometimes workload is just... (different groups varies)

      Good

      Machine learning engineer
      Former employee
      London, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Flexible working hours, good food, good colleagues

      Cons

      Crazy working hours, culture, unclear career path.

      Good compant

      Product manager
      Former employee
      Beijing, Beijing
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Good working environment and friendly colleagues

      Cons

      Too many unprofitable businesses that are not conducive to career advancement

      Collaborative culture with strong growth potential

      Product manager
      Current employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Strong team collaboration, smooth cross-department communication, supportive leadership for personal growth, competitive benefits, and engaging, challenging work.

      Cons

      Fast-paced work environment with occasional high pressure, sometimes lengthy decision-making processes, occasional need for overtime to handle urgent tasks, and occasional instability in internal systems.

      Nice team

      Product manager
      Current employee
      Shenzhen, Guangdong
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Innovative Environment: Tencent is known for its innovative culture, constantly exploring new technologies and markets, providing employees with opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects. Global Reach: Being a global tech giant, Tencent offers the chance to work on products and services that impact millions of users worldwide, which can be highly rewarding and provide a sense of achievement. Strong Financial Stability: As one of the largest tech companies in China and the world, Tencent offers financial stability, competitive salaries, and generous benefits, including stock options, bonuses, and comprehensive health plans. Learning and Development: Tencent invests heavily in employee development, offering various training programs, workshops, and opportunities for professional growth. Dynamic Work Culture: The company's work culture is fast-paced and dynamic, which can be exciting for those who thrive in a challenging and stimulating environment. Networking Opportunities: Working at Tencent provides access to a vast network of professionals, including industry leaders and experts, which can be beneficial for career growth and personal development.

      Cons

      High Work Pressure: Due to the competitive nature of the tech industry and Tencent's rapid growth, employees may face high work pressure, long hours, and a demanding workload, leading to a poor work-life balance. Intense Competition: Internal competition can be fierce, with high expectations and performance standards, which might create a stressful work environment for some employees. Limited Autonomy: As a large organization with established processes and hierarchies, employees might find less autonomy in decision-making and may need to navigate complex corporate structures. Frequent Changes: Tencent's focus on innovation and growth can lead to frequent changes in projects, priorities, and teams, which might be challenging for those who prefer stability and consistency. Cultural Differences: For non-Chinese employees, there may be challenges related to cultural differences, language barriers, and adjusting to a different work culture. Regulatory Challenges: Operating in a highly regulated environment, particularly in China, Tencent faces frequent regulatory scrutiny, which can impact business strategies and create uncertainty for employees.

      Good benefits no progression

      Legal counsel
      Current employee
      Singapore
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Good stepping stone for your CV

      Cons

      No prospects of career progression

      No room for growth

      Localization specialist
      Current employee
      Shenzhen, Guangdong
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      The sheer number and size of responsibilities thrust upon you provides immense growth.

      Cons

      No growth opportunities and unwillingness to change.

      Solid team with room to grow

      Software engineer
      Former employee
      Shanghai, Shanghai
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      The team is generally friendly and supportive, and most people are willing to help when you run into problems. The work itself is quite stable, and you can learn a lot if you are proactive. Work-life balance is decent most of the time.

      Cons

      Career growth can be a bit slow, and some processes feel outdated. Communication between teams is not always clear, which sometimes leads to duplicated work or delays.