IT Software Student Placement

Red Bull Racing Formula One Team; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily food allowance

Gym access and fitness classes

Partner discounts

Free barista coffee

Unlimited Red Bull

Job summary

Red Bull Advanced Services in Milton Keynes is offering an exciting placement for an undergraduate to join our IT Software Development team. You will help develop, maintain and support our internal systems across chassis and powertrains functions, and build internal tools to optimise team practices.

The role is hands-on and project-driven, requiring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, clear communication, and ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computing or Information Systems degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication across different levels of the business.
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal web applications for the IT Software Development team and wider RBTG group.
• Apply software engineering principles within a structured development lifecycle.
• Understand F1 industry systems and processes across chassis and powertrains.
• Provide excellent customer service and clear communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Information Systems

Job description

Red Bull Advanced Services have an exciting opportunity for an undergraduate to join our IT Software Development team based in Milton Keynes. You will be a valued member of the team where you will help develop, maintain and support our internal systems across our Chassis and Powertrains functions as well as developing internal tools to help optimise the working practices of the IT Software Development team. This placement will provide you with an amazing opportunity to understand how a software development team supports the business demands to achieve its goals.

You’ll need to be highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills, particularly in the application of these skills within the field of software development. The ability to communicate effectively is a pre-requisite, as you’ll be dealing with a variety of people at different levels across the business. The role will be technically hands-on, with a strong culture of doing what needs to be done. Project work is a key part of this role, and you will be expected to work both autonomously and as part of a team. In return you will gain experience in a range of services and technologies. Candidates should be studying a Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computing or Information Systems related degree.

The main accountabilities of the roles are:

• Development of web applications both internally for the IT Software Development team and for the wider RBTG group
• Understanding of Software Engineering principles and methods
• Confidence and ability to develop software solutions within a structured development lifecycle
• Understanding of the F1 industry with an exposure to a wide range of F1 technical/business systems and processes
• Technical approach to problem solving
• Deliver excellent customer service and provide excellent communication skills
• Passionate about building relationships and working with people across various teams

The placement will be for 1 year, starting in the summer of 2026.

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!