Due to the current global uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 and the interruption to studies for so many students, we decided to reach out to the F1 family for some motivation and inspiration. 

— When did you know you wanted to work in Formula 1?

12 years old.

— What was your biggest challenge

Going back to University for a second time after having a career in IT for 6+ years.

— How did you handle the crossover to a different career?  Did you face any major challenges?

The crossover really was going back to University to study motorsport engineering.  My science and maths were a bit rusty and only to a GCSE level, so the biggest challenge for me was the step up to learning A Level/University level maths after being out of education for so long.  But with hard work putting in extra study hours I was able to overcome this and achieve over 70% in the exams.

— What other jobs did you have before your current role?

IT Delivery Consultant, Formula 3 Mechanic and Race Engineer.

— What subjects and courses did you take?

11 GCSE’s including English, Maths and Sciences
BSc in Media Production
BEng in Motorsport Engineering

— What advice would you give to people wanting to do what you do?

Work hard, achieve high grades, get as much hands-on/track experience as you can (mechanic, tyres, etc) and network with motorsport teams and people.  LinkedIn is a powerful tool – make full use of it.

— Any other comments or advice?

If there is a particular job you want to do – layout the best path to achieve it.