Project Manager Student Placement

Job description

Duration: 1-year

Start Date: July 2026

About UsWe are a high‐performance Formula One Team driven by innovation, precision, and a commitment to excellence. Within our Projects and Programme Management function, we play a critical role in coordinating the delivery of components and systems that directly contribute to race car performance.

As a Project Manager Placement Student, you'll gain hands‐on experience at the heart of how an F1 car is planned, built, and developed. This is a unique opportunity to support cross‐functional engineering, production, and programme activities that keep our car development running at pace throughout the season.

The RoleAs a Project Manager Placement Student, you will support other Project Managers and the wider team in planning, coordinating, and monitoring projects.

You will help ensure that key parts, assemblies, and updates are delivered on time by supporting project planning, stakeholder engagement, data tracking, and cross‐department communication. This role provides exposure to the full lifecycle of F1 component delivery—from design release through manufacturing and build—giving you a genuine understanding of how a Formula One Team operates.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Coordination

Support planning and production meetings, capturing status updates across technical and production functions

Assist in the creation and communication of project plans

Raise works orders and system tasks to ensure timely allocation of work across departments

Delivery & Performance Monitoring

Track progress of design, production, and build activities against deadlines

Escalate delivery risks or slippages to the Lead Project Manager

Collaborate with stakeholders to recover delays and mitigate risks

Project Administration & Reporting

Assist with maintaining accurate project data within relevant systems

Prepare status summaries, reports, and updates for project reviews

Support continuous improvement activities across the programme

Team & Cross‐Functional Collaboration

Work closely with engineering, production, programme management and other supporting functions

Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment

Support the team's focus on safety, environmental responsibility, and ED&I commitments

Who We're Looking For

Currently studying a degree with a placement year (Project Management, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related)

Strong organisational and planning skills

Effective communicator, confident liaising with a range of stakeholders

Able to problem‐solve, anticipate risks, and propose solutions

Comfortable working with data and digital tools

Keen attention to detail and ability to work at pace

Proactive, resilient, and eager to learn in a high‐performance environment

Must have the right to work in the UK (we cannot provide sponsorship)

Must be available to attend onsite interviews in April

What We Offer In ReturnAt 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 free fully catered restaurant with meals provided throughout your shift 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.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Enstone

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English