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How One Student’s Red Bull F1 Project Went Viral – and Why It Matters for Your Career
One student. One dream. One summer project. By reverse engineering a Red Bull F1 front wing, he not only sharpened his skills but went viral on LinkedIn – with 2,500+ likes and comments from top industry professionals. A true masterclass in how to stand out in motorsport.
How to Get a Job in F1 Hospitality (Even Without Experience)
Discover how to land a job in F1 hospitality, including who’s hiring, what experience you need, and how to stand out.
Student Placement Checklist (2025)
A checklist to prepare for Formula 1 student placements and internships. Documents, research, strategy and interview prep – ready for 2025.
How to Prepare for F1 Placements 2026: Student Guide
F1 Placement Season 2026: It's Time! Wait... this is actually happening You could be in F1 next year. Walking past the very people you've admired for so long. Working on data that affects race strategy. Being part of the team when they cross the finish line....
The 2026 F1 Revolution: How New Rules Will Create a Brand-New Sport
The 2026 F1 rule changes are a total reset. Here’s what’s changing, why it matters, and who might dominate in this bold new era of Formula 1.
F1’s Great Disappearing Act: The Myths and Reality of the Summer Shutdown
F1 disappears for two weeks every summer. But why? And what actually stops — and what doesn’t? Let’s bust the biggest myths about the official F1 summer shutdown.
What F1 Recruiters Really Look For (Industry Insider Reveals All)
The First Thing F1 Recruiters Look For (And It's Not What You Think) An F1 recruiter once told me that the very first thing they do when they see a CV is look for the extra projects they've been doing. Not your grades. Not your work experience. The passion projects....
Can’t Find Motorsport Opportunities Near You? Here’s What to Do Instead
Can’t find motorsport opportunities near you? Here’s how to create your own events, grow your network, and build experience – wherever you live.
What the F1 Movie Got Right (and Hilariously Wrong) About Formula 1 Careers
Curious how realistic the new F1 movie really is? We take a fun look at what it nailed, what it exaggerated, and what it totally got wrong about working in Formula 1.
How to Become a Formula 1 Engineer
How to Become a Formula 1 Engineer Imagine a world where every fraction of a second is intensely scrutinised, where victory and defeat are decided by microscopic details, and where innovative design translates directly into unparalleled performance. This is Formula 1....
How to Work in Formula 1 if You’re Based in the United States
How to Work in Formula 1 if You're Based in the United States Dreaming of working in Formula 1 from the US? For many Americans, Formula 1 feels like a European stronghold, with team factories, racetracks, and job opportunities mostly clustered across the pond. But...
How to Work in Formula 1 if You’re Based in Canada
How to Work in Formula 1 if You're Based in Canada Searching for how to work in F1 from Canada? You’re not alone. Formula 1 has a global fanbase, but career opportunities can often feel centred around Europe — particularly the UK. If you're Canadian, it might seem...