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Student Placement Opportunities - Cyber Security & IT Project Coordination

• Application Deadline: 26 September 2025
• Department: IT
• Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Location: Silverstone

Our Student Placement Programme is designed to give you more than just work experience - it's your first step into the fast-paced world of Formula One.

During your time with us, you will:

• Contribute directly to live projects
• Follow a tailored development plan, with regular feedback to support your growth
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge tools, technologies and processes in motorsport
• Be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas
• Build skills that could set you up for a future career in Formula One.

This is an opportunity to develop, challenge yourself, and contribute to something extraordinary. If you share our racer's spirit and want to write the next chapter in Aston Martin Aramco's history, join us - where every team member plays a crucial role in our success, and your growth is as important as our achievements.

Technology underpins everything we do in Formula One. From data security to the systems that drive performance analysis, IT and project coordination keep the team running at the highest level.

Our IT specialists ensure the security and efficiency of our digital infrastructure, while our project coordination team manages the delivery of critical IT initiatives. Together, they enable every department to operate at speed, scale, and with absolute reliability.

We're offering placements across two core areas of IT and project delivery. Within your application, you'll be asked to select your preferred role from this advert.

Support the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies and practices across multiple technology areas, including Windows, Linux, mobile, Azure and M365. You'll assist in vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and incident response, while gaining experience in managing enterprise security tools and compliance systems.

Specific skills that are advantageous for this role include proficiency in Linux administration and networking, understanding of cloud-based security (especially Azure), and an interest in information security management systems.

Play a key role in planning, coordinating, and monitoring IT projects, working closely with the Operations Team to ensure successful delivery. You'll support project planning, documentation, stakeholder communication, and progress tracking, gaining first-hand experience of managing IT initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Specific skills that are advantageous for this role include strong organisational skills, experience with project management tools (such as Jira or MS Project), and excellent communication abilities.

We're looking for curious, driven students who want to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges in IT and project delivery. You should be:

• Studying a relevant degree (e.g. Computer Science, IT, Cyber Security, Project Management, or similar).
• Proactive, organised, and eager to learn in a high-performance environment
• Ready to take ownership of tasks and contribute to key projects
• A clear and positive communicator, with a collaborative approach.

You'll have the chance to develop professionally and personally in a unique environment, with:

• The chance to work on meaningful IT and project delivery initiatives that support a Formula One team
• A structured development plan tailored to your growth
• Access to our state-of-the-art AMR Technology Campus facilities in Silverstone, including a fully equipped gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, as well as an on-site bistro café and restaurant
• A supportive culture built around teamwork, innovation, and excellence.

At Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, we're not just looking for placements - we're looking for future innovators. If you're ready to challenge yourself, learn from the best, and be part of a team driven by passion and performance, we'd love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from candidates within the UK and overseas, and visa sponsorship can be provided where required.

We are committed to making sure our selection methods are fair and inclusive. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments as part of your application, you'll have the opportunity to let us know during the process.

Location: AMR Technology Campus, Silverstone, Northamptonshire

Placement duration: 12 months

Application deadline: 26 September 2025