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What does it take to work in Race Strategy in Formula 1?
Randeep Singh, Head of Race Strategy for McLaren Racing talks to us about his path into the industry and how he got to where he is today. "Randeep, what's your current job role?"I’m responsible for the strategy team and ensuring that we, as a group, maximise our...
Interview with Rachel McGrath: Aeronautical Engineering Student and Formula Careers Co-Founder, on her path into Formula 1
19yr old Rachel McGrath has just completed her first year studying Aeronautical Engineering at Loughborough University, and is Co-Founder of Formula Careers. Here Rachel shares her experience of F1 work placements, her first year at University and her hopes for the...
Shane, O’Callaghan, Composite Laminates Inspector, Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team
Shane O'CallaghanComposite Laminates InspectorMercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team 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...
Simone Briggs shares her inspiring journey as she carves out a path into F1
Simone Briggs is a University student from Melbourne, Australia. Here she shares her experience of spending a year on an industrial placement with Renault F1 Team as well as her time with Formula Student: ~ What's your name and where do you come from? Hi Formula...
Formula Student is providing Ewan with the perfect experience for a future career in F1
Ewan Mehra is currently studying Business Management at the University of Leicester. He is also the Team Manager of the University of Leicester's Formula Student team. Read about Ewan's experience and his hopes for the future: My name is Ewan and I am...
Won Ju, Composite Design Engineer, Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team
Won JuComposite Design EngineerMercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team 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. Here they share...
Karel Loos, Race Engineer, Alpine F1 Team
Karel LoosRace EngineerAlpine F1 Team 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. Here they share their experiences...
Martin Wahl, Trackside Engineer, Pirelli
Martin WahlTrackside EngineerPirelli 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. Here they share their experiences about...
Andrew Down, Wind Tunnel Engineer, RoKit Williams Racing
Andrew DownWind Tunnel EngineerRoKit Williams Racing 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. — What is...
Darren Ward, Nightshift Composite Technician
Darren WardNightshift Composite TechnicianRenault DP World F1 Team 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. Here they...
Natalie Pinkham, Sky F1 Presenter and Reporter
Natalie Pinkham Sky Sports F1 Presenter / Reporter 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. Here they share their...
Gerard Bori Pont, Transmission Design Engineer
GerardBori Pont Transmission Design EngineerMercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team 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...
Women in Motorsport Series – Charlotte Phelps, Strategy Engineer
Charlotte Phelps Strategy EngineerMercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains 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. ...
Gareth Gwilliam, Composite Design Engineer
Gareth Gwilliam Composite Design EngineerRenault Sport Racing 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. Here they share...
Alexandra Stefanescu, CFD Tools and Methods Engineer
Alexandra Stefanescu F1 CFD Tools and Methods Engineer 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. Here they share their...
Ronan Antonelli, Composite Design Engineer
Ronan Antonelli Composite Design EngineerAlfa Romeo Racing ORLEN 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. Here they...
Apply for an engineering summer placement with McLaren Racing
Exciting engineering summer placement opportunities with McLaren Racing It's our mission here at Formula Careers to bring to light all the opportunities available to students who dream of a career in F1. We have just learned that McLaren Racing have just announced...
MIA Motorsport and Automotive Jobs Fair – Silverstone, April 2020 – Now Postponed until October 2020
MIA Motorsport and Automotive Jobs Fair - Silverstone, 8th April 2020 In association with the National Motorsport Academy IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to unforeseen circumstances this event has been postponed until October 2020. Are you considering a career in motorsport or...
Chimdirim Ani has her sights firmly set on a future career in F1
Chimdirim Ani is currently studying Automotive Engineering at the University of Leeds, and has a dream of working in F1. Here's Chimdirim's story so far: Being in the position to even write about myself and my journey is something I would have never imagined. The...
Amazing Engineering Opportunity for Girls Aged 14-16yrs
An amazing opportunity with the University of Oxford, open to girls aged 14-16yrs of age.The Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford is running a residential taster course for girls aged 14-16yrs, staying in the University of Oxfords' Sommerville...
Kai Bachini – an inspirational and hugely talented 12 year old hoping to become the youngest presenter in F1!
Hello, my name is Kai Bachini and this is my story. I am a 12 year old motorsport journalist, commentator and sim racer. My passion for motorsport began when I tried karting for the first time whilst on holiday, after that I started to get the buzz for racing and was...