Engineering Intern

At McLaren Racing, we’re not just here to try to take the chequered flag. We’re here to excite our fans, inspire our people and deliver for our partners. And we’re also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology, too. We have exciting opportunities for intelligent, highly-motivated and proactive individuals to join our engineering team, for a period of 13 months in summer 2027, that will see you contribute to our performance and expose you to how a Formula 1 team works.

Our team is full of incredible people and we know we can learn as much from you as you can from us. Likewise, you want to learn and grow, and you want to share your knowledge with others. After all, that’s what a high performing team is built upon.

Our 13-month Engineering Internship offers you the opportunity to contribute to McLaren Racing’s performance while gaining first-hand experience of how a Formula 1 team operates. The placement will begin in July 2027 and sit within one of four areas:

• Aerodynamics - including CFD, Wind Tunnel Tech, Aero Design and Aero Operations
• Design - including Bodywork, Monocoque, Pit Equipment, Suspension, Systems, Transmission and Process Improvement
• Performance - including Competitor Analysis, Performance Analysis, Simulation Engineering and Vehicle Dynamics
• Racing - including Strategy, Pitstops & Operational Capability

Applications will close on Wednesday 16th September. There will be a second round of assessment sent on the Friday 18th September to be completed by the Monday 21st September.

The intern assessment days will be at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking on Wednesday 14th October, Thursday 15th October and Friday 16th October 2026. If you are selected to attend the assessment day, you will be notified the week prior.

What You'll Do

You will take responsibility for meaningful engineering projects that can directly influence on-track performance. With guidance and support from experienced colleagues, you will apply your existing knowledge, develop new skills and contribute as part of a collaborative, high-performing team.

• Deliver engineering projects within your placement area that contribute directly to on-track performance.
• Take responsibility for specific projects, supported by guidance from experienced team members.
• Integrate quickly into your team and contribute effectively to shared goals.
• Apply your technical knowledge and develop practical solutions to new engineering challenges.
• Manage your work proactively, using your initiative to deliver against demanding deadlines.

What You'll Bring

• You will be completing a placement year as part of a degree in Engineering, Mathematics or a scientific discipline and be ready to begin in July 2027.
• You will be working towards a minimum 2:1 degree classification or equivalent.
• General computing skills and software knowledge relevant to your chosen placement area.
• A practical approach to engineering and strong problem-solving skills.
• A passion for motorsport; previous motorsport experience is welcome but not essential.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and able to learn new skills, tools and methods quickly.
• Calm and adaptable when working under pressure and to challenging deadlines.
• Analytical and data-driven, with the ability to apply existing knowledge to unfamiliar problems.
• A clear communicator who can present information effectively and work well within a close-knit team.
• Accountable, resilient and committed to collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.

Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.