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How One Student’s Red Bull F1 Project Went Viral – and Why It Matters for Your Career
Breaking into Formula 1 isn’t easy. Thousands of students apply every year, all with the same dream. But every so often, someone does something different - something that makes the industry stop scrolling and start paying attention. That’s exactly what Sajana Vithana...
How to Get a Job in F1 Hospitality (Even Without Experience)
How to Get a Job in F1 Hospitality: Insider Secrets From the Paddock When people imagine working in Formula 1, they usually picture race engineers, mechanics, or even drivers. But there’s another group of people who are absolutely essential to every Grand Prix...
Student Placement Checklist (2025)
F1 Student Placement Checklist (2025) Getting a placement in Formula 1 is incredibly competitive, but with a bit of organisation you can give yourself a real edge. Use this checklist to get everything in place before the applications open. Bookmark this page and the...
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 Revolution: How New Rules Will Create a Brand-New Sport Formula 1 doesn't just evolve; it revolutionises. And right now, we are on the cusp of one of the biggest technical earthquakes in the sport's history. The 2026 regulations are so radical that they...
F1’s Great Disappearing Act: The Myths and Reality of the Summer Shutdown
F1's Great Disappearing Act: The Myths and Reality of the Summer Shutdown Every year, just as the Formula 1 season reaches a fever pitch, the entire sport grinds to a sudden, mandatory halt. Fans are often left asking, "Why does F1 stop in August?" For two weeks, the...
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
Written by Louise McGrath of Formula Careers “There’s nothing near me.” It’s one of the most common frustrations I hear from people trying to break into the motorsport industry. No events.No networking.No opportunities. And look, I get it. Motorsport hubs like...
What the F1 Movie Got Right (and Hilariously Wrong) About Formula 1 Careers
What the F1 Movie Got Right (and Hilariously Wrong) About Real Formula 1 Careers Introduction to the Formula Careers F1 Movie Review With Lewis Hamilton as a producer, Brad Pitt in the driver’s seat, and Apple Studios behind the camera, the F1 movie has sparked fresh...
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...
How to Work in Formula 1 if You’re Based in Australia
How to Work in Formula 1 if You're Based in Australia Wondering how to work in F1 from Australia? You're not alone. For many, Formula 1 can feel like an exclusive European club — with all the action seemingly happening in the UK or Italy. The factories, the paddocks,...
How to Choose the Right Motorsport Career Path (When You Love Everything)
If you're passionate about motorsport but feel completely overwhelmed by all the incredible career options available, you're not alone. From engineering and data analysis to marketing, logistics, media, and operations, motorsport is such a massive industry packed full...
Formula Careers Review
Your insights can drive our success. Share your thoughts on how we can enhance our educational offerings and support your career in motorsport.Formula Careers has helped thousands of people take their first steps towards a motorsport career—but we want to hear your...
Formula Careers Ambassador Programme 2025
Are you interested in becoming a Formula Careers Ambassador? The Formula Careers Ambassador Programme is an exciting initiative designed for content creators, motorsport enthusiasts, students, career switchers, and professionals who want to make an impact while...
FIA Launches Groundbreaking Disability and Accessibility Mentorship Programme
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Apply Here Link to the FIA Press Release: FIA Press Release In a bold bid to transform the motorsport landscape, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has unveiled its brand-new Disability and Accessibility Mentorship Programme....
The Formula for Success: How to Stand Out for F1 Jobs
Landing a job in F1 is the dream for motorsport fans and aspiring professionals alike. But if you’re serious about making it to Formula 1, you’ll need more than a love for the sport. Competition for F1 jobs is so fierce, and teams are looking for individuals with not...
💥The Ultimate Guide to Jobs in Motorsport: Pathways, Skills, and Opportunities
Dreaming of working in motorsport? From Formula 1 to endurance racing, the industry is a unique world full of exhilarating roles that take skill, passion, and persistence to land. For those who are serious about building a career in motorsport, understanding the...
Formula Careers Networking Event
A Formula Careers networking event. Shall we make it happen? This has been one of the biggest requests in my inbox this year, so I’m wondering… if I pull something together for early 2025, would there be any interest? 💡 Thinking of something special: maybe a bit of an...
💥Get Application-Ready NOW for Industrial Placement Season: Five Tips
As the F1 summer shutdown sweeps in, it's easy to fall into the trap of switching off and kicking back. But if you’re eyeing a career in motorsport, now is the time to start prepping if you haven't done already. The upcoming application window for student placements...