Early Careers at Atlassian Williams Racing

Starting and shaping your career at Atlassian Williams Racing means stepping into a world where fresh talent drives the future of our industry. From graduates and industrial placements to apprentices and work experience, we offer hands-on opportunities.

You’ll see the results of your work every day and be able to say, “I did that!”. We’re committed to developing the next generation of engineers, innovators, and leaders, empowering you to drive progress and shape the future of racing and engineering.

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Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy

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FAQs

WHEN DO YOUR EARLY CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS?

Most of our 2026 Early Careers opportunities for Graduate and Placement roles have now closed. Get ready to shape the future by registering your interest now for 2027. We recommend preparing as early as possible to secure your spot in the race! Our Apprenticeship opportunities will be launching later in the year, so stay tuned for updates on those.

IS THERE AN APPLICATION DEADLINE?

Yes, all Graduate and Placement roles for our 2026 intake are now closed. These opportunities were available for applications in September and closed after two weeks. If roles re-open at any stage, the jobs page will be updated.

WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS?

It’s important to us that everyone has the same opportunity to apply for our Early Careers programmes. If you have a disability, health condition, and/or are neuro divergent or there are other reasons why you’d benefit from an adjustment, please just ask. We will work with you to learn more about your needs and identify reasonable adjustments that will help you to perform. You don’t need to provide evidence, we trust you. If you would like to discuss any adjustments, please contact us, and a member of our team will follow up.

CAN I RE-APPLY IF I'M NOT SUCCESSFUL?

We only accept two applications per programme, per academic year (August-August). If you are unsuccessful, you can apply again the following year. We recommend that you do your research in advance of roles going live so you know which role suits you and your experience best.

DO YOU PROVIDE VISA SPONSORSHIP?

We welcome applications from all candidates but as our roles are based in the UK, there are some UK government restrictions on who we can sponsor. Please check any job description carefully before submitting your application and ensure that you have completed the visa questions correctly. Our Early Careers team can provide more support.

Motivation & Reward

'Working at Williams Racing has been an incredible experience. As both a placement student and now a mechanical design engineer in Powertrain, I’ve been surrounded by a highly motivated team and made some great friends. Each day I am tasked with designing high performance components and given the creative freedom to solve challenges. Soon after you can see your efforts on the car – it’s very rewarding!'

Jack Mcgleish
Mechanical Design Engineer Graduate

Desire & People

'I quickly realised my dreams were achievable after completing an MSc in motorsports. As an aerodynamic concept design engineer, I help design the inception surfaces of the car.They say the best thing about Atlassian Williams Racing is the people, I’ll do one better by saying, it’s not just the people, it’s the desire of the people around you to see you succeed.'

Samuel Elijah
Aerodynamics Engineer Graduate

Learning & Development

'Working at Williams as a placement has been a great learning experience! My team welcomed me and helped me adjust to the fast-paced industry. I've developed valuable skills as a data engineer and gained first-hand experience on the thrilling action of the race weekends. It's amazing to be around so many talented individuals constantly working together to improve the car.'

Joao Pedro Medina Erse
Systems Engineer Industrial Placement

Passion & Goals

'I love getting to work in a company where everyone has the same goal. Getting to see everyone's passion for the team and their drive for us to succeed has been amazing. Starting at Atlassian Williams on the graduate scheme has been a great opportunity to work in such an exciting and fast paced industry so early in my career.'

Holly May
Business Graduate

Growth & Opportunity

'Working within the front suspension group at Williams is amazing. It's a real learning environment where you are able to grow and develop as an engineer supported by a team who are experts in their field and always happy to help. I have had the opportunity to work on complex systems and to challenge myself everyday. It's a great place to kickstart your career.'

Aaliyah Ascroft
Mechanical Design Engineer Graduate

Responsibility & Support

'My experience on the early careers programme has been very effective at establishing a career in Formula 1. I am treated like any other team member and am given all the help, responsibilities and support I need. Williams is such an exciting place to be right now and I couldn’t have chosen a better starting point!'

Matthew Hoult
Aerodynamics Industrial Placement

Early Careers

Join the next generation of engineers, innovators, and leaders.

our programmes

Graduate Opportunities

Placements

Apprenticeships

Work Experience

Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy

FAQs

WHEN DO YOUR EARLY CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS?

IS THERE AN APPLICATION DEADLINE?

WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS?

CAN I RE-APPLY IF I'M NOT SUCCESSFUL?

DO YOU PROVIDE VISA SPONSORSHIP?

Hear from our Early Careers talent team

Motivation & Reward

Desire & People

Learning & Development

Passion & Goals

Growth & Opportunity

Responsibility & Support

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