Wind Tunnel Operations Intern – Motorsport Aerodynamics

Alpine F1 Team; Enstone; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

On-site gym

Fully catered restaurant with daily al

Welcome and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Alpine Racing Limited in Enstone is offering a Wind Tunnel Operations Student Placement for a 1-year duration starting July 2027. The role supports day-to-day wind tunnel testing, model preparation, instrumentation, and data acquisition under the guidance of aerodynamicists and test engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced Formula One environment, develop understanding of aerodynamic testing, and contribute to high-quality test data.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerodynamics or Aerospace and seeking an industry placement in penultimate year
• Strong practical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with instrumentation, data acquisition systems, or mechanical testing
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to technical tasks
• Passion for motorsport and a proactive, hands-on mindset
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)
• Available to attend onsite assessment centre in September

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and setup of wind tunnel models and test rigs
• Support the installation and calibration of instrumentation and sensors
• Help monitor and control test sessions, ensuring accurate data capture
• Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of wind tunnel systems and processes
• Collaborate with aerodynamic development teams to ensure test objectives are met

Skills

Practical problem solving

Attention to detail

Hands-on mindset

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aerodynamics

Aerospace

Tools

Instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Mechanical testing

Job description

Alpine Racing Limited in Enstone is offering a Wind Tunnel Operations Student Placement for a 1-year duration starting July 2027. The role supports day-to-day wind tunnel testing, model preparation, instrumentation, and data acquisition under the guidance of aerodynamicists and test engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced Formula One environment, develop understanding of aerodynamic testing, and contribute to high-quality test data.