Red Bull Technology have an exciting opportunity for an Undergraduate Student to spend a year as part of our Driver Academy. The placement will run from summer of 2026 for one year and offer the chance to demonstrate your enthusiasm and apply your knowledge to simulator running, model development, database maintenance and performance analysis. In this position, you will be working directly with future F1 drivers.
Based on our Milton Keynes Campus this unique role covers a wide range of different technical areas, each demanding a high level of computer literacy and a clear understanding of the principles of mathematics, physics, and engineering. Interpersonal skills, good organisation, efficient and clear reporting will be equally valued.
Successful candidates will have a keen interest in racing and performance simulation.
Expected Knowledge and Experience:
* Knowledge and experience from at least one year of undergraduate study on either a mathematics, physics, or engineering based degree course
* Experience handling, processing, and understanding data from either virtual or physical testing – specifically importing open-source PDF data for analysis.
* Knowledge of engineering software for data analysis and display such as Matlab, PowerBI. Experience of data logging software in race car applications would be beneficial.
* Experience writing and preparing technical reports and documentation
Key Attributes of the Successful Candidate:
* Positive, can-do, attitude and willingness to learn new skills
* Ability to follow best practice and work on multiple tasks simultaneously
* Excellent communication skills and experience working in a team environment
* Hands-on approach to problem solving
* Ability to logically and methodically investigate faults and failures
The placement will be for 1 year, starting in the summer of 2026. To be considered for this Student Placement, please apply to this advert and submit both your CV and a one-page Cover Letter.
Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to complete your student placement at our championship winning team, but it is also a great opportunity to work with some of the greatest talents in F1. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too, such as a free daily food allowance, free gym access and fitness classes, multiple discounts and offers with our partners, free barista style coffee, unlimited Red Bull and much more!
Application closing date: 16:00 (BST) Friday 26th September 2025.
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