Industrial Placements
Joining the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team is a commitment.
To our team. To our shared values. To pushing boundaries and redefining excellence.
We ask for your focus and total belief - because that’s what it takes to perform at this level.But what you give, you get back.
From fast learning and real responsibility to shared wins and support that shows up when it counts.
Give all. Gain more.
Industrial Placement Testimonials 2024-2025
Whether your interests lie in Design, Development, Operations or Business we have opportunities to support your passion in your chosen field.
We believe that building a more inclusive and diverse culture helps us go faster and further.
From recruitment and building our future talent pipeline to internal communications and leadership training, we’re building a team where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
Our aim is to attract, develop and retain exceptional people from all backgrounds, creating a workplace where all team members feel respected, supported and able to fulfil their potential.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are looking for candidates who are passionate about reaching their full potential and are excited about constantly learning and developing.
Your Base
Your home will be here in Brackley, where we are currently creating a state-of-the-art, sustainable F1 home of the future. Here, you will be able to learn from the best in the business when it comes to Formula One.
As an industrial placement, you’ll learn how to work in a highly efficient, collaborative team. Everyone contributes their tenth of a second in our team – including you. Together, we go all in when it comes to learning and growing as individuals, and as a team.
Application window for 2026 IP intake is currently closed. Keep an eye out for our 2027 intake. Technicial placements will open in September 2026 and business Support placements will open in November 2026.
What Are the Requirements?
To be eligible for our industrial placement programme you must:
have at least one year remaining on your current course or be enrolled on your next course* from the point at which you start your placement with us.
be available to take up a year-long placement from the end of June 2026 to the end of July 2027.
be able to be onsite at our factory in Brackley 5 days a week
*Please note that if you will be enrolled on a Masters or PhD course you will need to be able to evidence enrolment to confirm eligibility.
How it works: Your journey into the world of F1
4. Selection
We will be inviting shortlisted candidates to a multi-stage selection process. First stage may be a Teams interview or a direct invitation to an assessment centre. The second stage may be a virtual or face to face assessment centre.
5. Offer
Successful candidates will receive a verbal offer and, once agreed, the contract documents will be electronically issued. Once the documents are signed and submitted, the onboarding process will begin.
1. Application
Please submit your cover letter and CV as one PDF. We will also ask you to complete our questionnaire as part of your application. Empty questionnaires will be considered incomplete applications.
2. Online Testing
If eligible, you will receive an email with your online test links. Candidates will have 7 days to complete the required tests. Please note that the email containing the test link(s) also states the deadline to complete the test. If you have applied to multiple roles, you may have to complete multiple tests. Please note that the email containing the test link also states the deadline.
3. Shortlisting
Hiring Managers will be considering the following: Test scores, CVs, cover letters and information submitted via application questionnaires.
4. Selection
We will be inviting shortlisted candidates to a multi-stage selection process. First stage may be a Teams interview or a direct invitation to an assessment centre. The second stage may be a virtual or face to face assessment centre.
5. Offer
Successful candidates will receive a verbal offer and, once agreed, the contract documents will be electronically issued. Once the documents are signed and submitted, the onboarding process will begin.
1. Application
Please submit your cover letter and CV as one PDF. We will also ask you to complete our questionnaire as part of your application. Empty questionnaires will be considered incomplete applications.
2. Online Testing
If eligible, you will receive an email with your online test links. Candidates will have 7 days to complete the required tests. Please note that the email containing the test link(s) also states the deadline to complete the test. If you have applied to multiple roles, you may have to complete multiple tests. Please note that the email containing the test link also states the deadline.
3. Shortlisting
Hiring Managers will be considering the following: Test scores, CVs, cover letters and information submitted via application questionnaires.
4. Selection
We will be inviting shortlisted candidates to a multi-stage selection process. First stage may be a Teams interview or a direct invitation to an assessment centre. The second stage may be a virtual or face to face assessment centre.
5. Offer
Successful candidates will receive a verbal offer and, once agreed, the contract documents will be electronically issued. Once the documents are signed and submitted, the onboarding process will begin.
FAQs
When is the 2027 application window?
Applications for our 2026 Apprentice roles have now closed. Check back in February 2027 for our next round of opportunities.
Am I allowed to make more than one application??
Yes. Should you feel there are multiple openings that could be suitable we welcome multiple applications.
I have now completed my university degree. Can I still apply?
It is a mandatory requirement that our placement students have at least one year remaining on their course from the point at which they start their placement with us. Each placement also has its own dedicated eligibility criteria – please refer to this before applying.
Do I need work experience to apply for the IP programme?
No, prior experience is not an essential requirement to be considered for the Industrial Placement opportunities. We are looking for your academic knowledge and skills, we will support you with training and development.
What are the values of the team that I will be assessed against?
We have a set of team values: Competitive, Brave, Accountable and Selfless.
Where are the roles based?
All roles will be based at our factory in Brackley, Northamptonshire in the United Kingdom.
What are the remote working options at the team?
For our early careers hires we require significant in-person working to facilitate learning collaboration and a sense of belonging with the team. Industrial placements are expected to be on site at our factory 5 days per week.
What will my starting salary be?
Information on starting salaries for all our Early Careers programmes will be discussed during the interview process.
What is my holiday entitlement?
The annual holiday entitlement is 25 days and for your first year will be prorated based on your start date.
What support is available for relocation?
Depending upon the role and situation we may consider relocation support. This can be discussed during the application process.
Can I use generative AI to help me with my application and online tests?
To ensure fairness and authenticity, we ask that all responses are written personally and if any generative AI is used, it should be used only as a tool and not to formulate your full response. Use of AI in the online testing stage is prohibited as it undermines the integrity of the results and may be flagged for review.