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[acosmichippo]

Has anyone tried applying for a position on an F1 team? I hadn't really even considered the possibility until the subject was brought up in FP2 earlier today. I'm 6 months out of college, and apparently some teams offer entry-level positions. I'm sure it's highly competitive, but I'll send in my resume anyway. The thought of getting the hell out of the US is also appealing...

Beyond F1, any other recommendations for trying to get into developing race cars? BTCC, Le Mans, etc?

EDIT: On second thought, maybe this would be better in General Discussion. Mods, feel free to move if you like.

[bud]

As in race engineering? Scotty is studying that at the moment. He may have some information about where to go to make a start in Europe.

I would suggest any FIA based series as a good start and foot in the door to a possible place in F1.

[acosmichippo]

Well, I have a degree in Math and Computer Science, so I think I'd be more qualified in a support position. But thanks for the idea, I'll peruse the FIA site.

[The_Stig_Money]

I will be graduating in December with a b.s. in material sciences, they constantly have research into new materials.

I would be happy just carting the tires around

[vaptin]

I will be graduating in December with a b.a. in material sciences, they constantly have research into new materials.

I would be happy just carting the tires around

Saw an advert from Mercedes GP asking for a metallurgist to work on their team for investigating engine failures. Wasn't an entry level position, but not really a super advanced one (only wanted a few years experience I think).

Apply for support companies to f1 as well, brake manufacturers, tyres etc.

Btw, as that a typo, or is the American system different? A b.a. isn't a bachelor of the arts?

There are Mscs kicking about for motorsport materials, I think.

Well, I have a degree in Math and Computer Science, so I think I'd be more qualified in a support position. But thanks for the idea, I'll peruse the FIA site.

Get involved with motor sport somehow, lower ranked formulas or karting or something, I'm sure there are roles within the team where your degree will be massively useful to them, but they also would want an interest and knowledge of racing, along with base qualities like working well in a team, under pressure etc.

Maybe contact some of the suppliers of electronics and computer equipment to f1 teams?

[hypertek]

check the websites, they have job listings

http://www.mclaren-jobs.com
http://careers.lotusrenaultgp.com/?lang=en

They have no job openings now, but i bet maybe for the 2012 season , some positions would open up.

[acosmichippo]

Yeah, I've sent my resume in to Mercedes and Force India. They had some openings. Not expecting anything, but why not, right?

[hypertek]

Team lotus got some interesting stuff http://www.teamlotus.co.uk/jobs

I got a degree in CAD, tho i slept through class, but would love to get a job with a team as well.. always travelling that has to be an awesome career, even if it was just to be a cook haha

[hypertek]

I wonder if they would fly you out of the US if they had interest in interviewing you?

[acosmichippo]

Companies typically make it clear that traveling expenses are the responsibility of the interviewee. At least that's been my experience.

[Jabberwocky]

http://www.autosport.com/directory/appointments.html

[acosmichippo]

*bookmarked*

[scotty]

Only just saw this thread. Depends what qualifications, and more importantly (imo), experience you have... and what you want to specifically do!

My goal is to get a placement at a racing team then once i've finished my degree use that to get a job. I don't specifically want to work in F1 though.

My advice? Hmm... could start sending out letters and see what responses you get (if any, admittedly). Send em to anyone and everyone! BTCC, F3, GT, the lot.

[acosmichippo]

I don't specifically need to work in F1. I'm just looking for any and all Job opportunities, and hadn't even considered F1 (or any other motorsport) until the day of the OP.

[scotty]

Yeah. You could also consider Engineering and Electronics companies that deal with racing teams (edit- i see this was already suggested, apologies).

An alternative strategy may be to come to Europe and study for one extra year to get a Master's or whatever and use the university's links to help you (and trust me, some of them have a lot of good contacts). Then you get further qualifications to boot. That can cost a LOT though!