Aero Simulation and Correlation Student Placement

Alpine Formula One Team; Enstone; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

On-site gym

Canteen with daily allowance

Job summary

Alpine Formula One Team offers a one-year Aero Simulation and Correlation Student Placement based in the United Kingdom. You will join the Aerodynamic Performance group to support correlation and simulation projects that drive aero development on our race car.

The role involves data analysis, visualization workflows, and collaboration with design and performance teams to ensure aerodynamic insights are applied on track.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for an engineering degree and seeking an industry placement in their penultimate year of university.
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics and aerodynamic principles.
• Knowledge of wind tunnel techniques and computational fluid simulations beneficial.
• Experience with scientific programming, data visualization and statistical data analysis.
• Familiarity with vehicle dynamics and race-car performance factors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in projects understanding how aero behaviour on the race car correlates to our tools.
• Contribute to simulation studies to help drive future car development directions.
• Contribute to the development of data analysis and visualisation workflows.
• Collaborate with design and performance teams to ensure aerodynamic insights are applied.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Aerodynamics

Data visualization

Statistical data analysis

Proactive mindset

Education

Engineering degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical/Automotive

Tools

CFD software

Job description

About Us

We are a high-performance Formula One team driven by innovation, precision, and passion. Our Aerodynamic Performance group plays a key role in understanding and predicting airflow behaviour around the car, enabling data-driven decisions that shape aerodynamic development. As an Aero Simulation and Correlation Student Placement, you’ll be part of a team that leverages aerodynamic data from a variety of sources to help drive aero performance on the race car.

Duration: 1 year

Start Date: July 2027

About Us

We are a high-performance Formula One team driven by innovation, precision, and passion. Our Aerodynamic Performance group plays a key role in understanding and predicting airflow behaviour around the car, enabling data-driven decisions that shape aerodynamic development. As an Aero Simulation and Correlation Student Placement, you’ll be part of a team that leverages aerodynamic data from a variety of sources to help drive aero performance on the race car.

The Role

As an Aero Simulation and Correlation Student Placement, you’ll help further our on-track performance and rate of aerodynamic development by assisting engineers with correlation and simulation related projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in projects understanding how the aero behaviour on the race car correlates to our tools
• Contribute to simulation studies to help drive future car development directions
• Contribute to the development of data analysis and visualisation workflows
• Collaborate with design and performance teams to ensure aerodynamic insights are effectively applied

Who We’re Looking For

• Currently studying for an engineering degree (e.g., Aeronautical, Mechanical, Automotive) and seeking an industry placement in your penultimate year of university
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics and aerodynamic principles
• Knowledge of wind tunnel experimental techniques and computational fluid simulations beneficial
• Experience with scientific programming, data visualization and statistical data analysis
• Familiarity with vehicle dynamics and race-car performance factors is beneficial
• Passion for motorsport and a proactive, analytical mindset
• You must have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role
• Be available to attend onsite for an assessment centre in September

What We Offer In Return

At Alpine Formula One Team, you won’t just contribute; you’ll make a direct impact on race car performance at the pinnacle of motorsport. Working alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry, you’ll help shape innovation on a global stage. Our purpose-built facilities in Enstone provide the perfect environment to thrive. We offer a competitive salary, private medical healthcare, full access to our free on-site gym, a fully catered canteen with a daily allowance and a wide range of additional benefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth. Beyond the perks, you’ll be part of a team that’s pushing boundaries in Formula One. The thrill of pioneering cutting-edge technology, combined with a collaborative and inclusive culture, creates unmatched opportunities for career development and personal achievement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Alpine F1 Team, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be their true selves. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to leading by example in promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our society.