Intern Gearbox Composite Design

Motorsport Network, LLC; Zürich; Remote; CHF 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Audi Revolut F1 Team in Hinwil, Switzerland, seeks a motivated student to join the Gearbox Composite Design Group. You will gain hands-on experience in design and engineering for Formula 1 components and assemblies, working with experienced engineers on real racecar parts.

You will contribute to design and packaging tasks, CAD modeling, tooling design and collaboration across teams. This internship emphasizes reliability, quality investigations and active participation in reviews and reports.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, Advanced(Composite) Materials or a related discipline.
• Must have an interest in composite structures, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Possess a 'Can Do' attitude and be adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software and other engineering design tools.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to apply academic knowledge to practical engineering tasks.
• Collaborative approach with an eagerness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to manage own time and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Supporting day-to-day engineering activities within the Gearbox Composite Design team.
• Assisting with the design and packaging of components related to the gearbox primary structure.
• Preparing and updating CAD models, drawings and technical documentation.
• Undertaking the design of manufacturing tooling.
• Collaborating with engineering teams on component integration and packaging activities.
• Supporting component validation through testing, analysis and research.
• Taking responsibility of reliability and quality investigations.
• Contributing to design & engineering reviews, reports and presentations.

Skills

CAD software

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Motorsport Engineering

Composite Materials

Job description

Join Our TeamWe are the Audi Revolut F1® Team.

Audi Revolut F1 Team is the official factory team of Audi, competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship since Audi's entry into the sport in 2026.

The team is based across three strategic locations. The power unit is developed by Audi Formula Racing GmbH at the Audi Competence Center Motorsport in Neuburg, Germany, while the chassis is engineered and race operations are managed from the state-of-the-art facilities of Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil, Switzerland. Complementing these operations, the Audi Motorsport Technology Centre UK in Bicester provides a foothold in the heart of Motorsport Valley, enabling direct access to top Formula 1 talent and key strategic partners.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.

This vacancy for the Audi Revolut F1® Team is based at Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil, Switzerland.

Your missionThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated student to gain hands-on design & Engineering experience within the Gearbox Composite Design Group. Working alongside experienced engineers you will contribute to the design and development activities for our Formula 1 race car components & assemblies.

• Supporting day-to-day engineering activities within the Gearbox Composite Design team.
• Assisting with the design and packaging of components related to the gearbox primary structure.
• Preparing and updating CAD models, drawings and technical documentation.
• Undertaking the design of manufacturing tooling.
• Collaborating with engineering teams on component integration and packaging activities.
• Supporting component validation through testing, analysis and research.
• Taking responsibility of reliability and quality investigations.
• Contributing to design & engineering reviews, reports and presentations.

Your profile

• Currently studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, Advanced(Composite) Materials or a related discipline.
• Must have an interest in composite structures, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Possess a 'Can Do' attitude and be adaptable to changing circumstances
• Basic knowledge of CAD software and other engineering design tools.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to apply academic knowledge to practical engineering tasks.
• Collaborative approach with an eagerness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to manage own time and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Eligibility Criteria

• You have the right to work in Switzerland
• You must be enrolled in a study programme and expect to graduate no earlier than three months before the end of your internship.
• You are available to work on-site in Hinwil, Switzerland for the full duration of the programme
• You are available to start the programme on 01.03.2027