F1 Jobs Checklist (2026)

F1 Jobs Application Checklist – 2026

Applying for F1 jobs takes more preparation than most people put in. Use this checklist to make sure everything is in place before you submit a single application.

Bookmark this page and the F1 Jobs board – updated as new roles are posted.

1) Your CV

  • Tailored to the specific role, not a generic document sent to every team.
  • Describes what you actually did – projects, tools used, outcomes – not just job titles and degree subjects.
  • Includes “F1” or “Formula 1” at least once, even if it’s just relating to your hobby. Most teams use applicant tracking systems that filter applications before a human reviews them.
  • Lists relevant technical skills by name: software, programming languages, platforms.
  • Includes any motorsport exposure – Formula Student, lower series, marshalling, volunteering, karting.

2) Your cover letter

  • Written specifically for this team, not adapted from a template.
  • References something concrete about the team – a technical direction, a recent result, a specific programme or partnership.
  • Three solid paragraphs: who you are and what you’re applying for, why this team specifically, what you bring.

3) Research prep

  • Know all 11 F1 teams and what distinguishes each one.
  • Read the full job description and match your CV language to what the spec asks for.
  • Know which application platform the team uses (Workday, Taleo, SmartRecruiters, direct portal) and have an account set up.
  • Bookmark the Formula Careers F1 Jobs Hub

4) Practical documents

  • Right to work in the UK confirmed – the majority of F1 jobs are UK-based.
  • Two references identified and briefed.
  • Professional email address on your CV.
  • Portfolio, GitHub repo, or evidence file ready if relevant to your target role.

5) Professional presence

  • LinkedIn profile complete, up to date, and consistent with your CV.
  • Any other public profiles (GitHub, Behance, portfolio site) clean and professional.
  • Following relevant teams, departments, and people on LinkedIn.

6) Interview preparation

  • Three or more strong examples of your work, each with a clear outcome.
  • Competency answers prepared – handling pressure, problem-solving, working to tight deadlines.
  • Technical preparation done for your target discipline.
  • Questions ready to ask – specific, research-based.
  • If the interview includes a factory tour: engage with what you see. Ask questions. It is part of the assessment.

7) Application strategy

  • Applying early – F1 jobs at entry level often close once sufficient applications have been received.
  • Tracking every application: date sent, role, team, current status.
  • Considering the wider motorsport ecosystem – F1 suppliers, lower series, automotive manufacturers, broadcast and media. Many people in F1 today came through these routes first.

Next steps

  • See all live F1 jobs on Formula Careers
  • Read the F1 Jobs Guide (2026) for the full how-to
  • Get the motorsport CV template

The small print: Application processes change, deadlines shift, and requirements vary by team. Always check official team websites before applying. Formula Careers accepts no responsibility for application outcomes or decisions made based on this checklist. Always consult a careers advisor.