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The Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy

What is the academy

At Atlassian Williams Racing, we believe our people and culture are the driving force behind our future championship success. That’s why uncovering and nurturing the brightest talent from across the globe is central to everything we do.


We’re proud to introduce the Komatsu-Williams Engineering Academy, empowering 10 high-potential students each year with exceptional mentoring and unique opportunities to shape the future of engineering and excel throughout their education.

how to get involved

Our academy members for 2025 have now been selected. We are looking for the brightest and best students across the world each year. More information about how to apply for 2026 will be available soon. Check out the video to understand more about the assessment process. 



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CAN YOU SHARE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT KOMATSU?  

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Front-line industries worldwide use Komatsu solutions to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, manage forests and create consumer products. As embodied by its brand promise, “Creating value together”, Komatsu believes that collaborative partnerships are the optimal way to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Komatsu’s official designations with Williams Racing of Principal Partner, STEM and Early Careers Partner and Esports Partner - reflect the companies’ shared focus on the long-term development of engineering, technology and new generations of talent. 


To find out more about Komatsu visit http://www.komatsu.jp/en/williamsracing

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF JOINING THE KOMATSU WILLIAMS ENGINEERING ACADEMY? 

As a Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy member you will have access to:

  • An online learning platform with F1 related engineering content
  • A Williams mentor, committed to one session every three months
  • Early Careers opportunities across both Atlassian Williams Racing and Komatsu 
  • A global academy community and network
  • Many other cross company initiatives

WHEN DO APPLICATIONS OPEN AND WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR?

The 2025 Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy students have now been selected. Keep an eye on this page to learn more about the application process for 2026 which will open later this year. We are looking for the brightest and best students, focusing on design and innovation, quality and excellence and team work and communication. 

ARE STUDENTS ABLE TO ATTEND A RACE WEEKEND?

Attending grand prix races is not guaranteed. Last year, we worked with STEM Racing (previously F1 in Schools) at their World Finals which took place in Saudi Arabia. This meant that students were lucky to join Atlassian Williams Racing in Qatar, visiting our garage and meeting our race team. Details of the 2026 programme will be released later this year, including any travel implications. 

HOW LONG IS THE ACADEMY?

This will depend upon your year of study and your home country. We have some academy members that are completing their A-Levels and others that are at university. Our learning platform provides engineering insight over the course of three years. We are looking to educate and inspire the next generation of Formula 1 leaders.