The company:
Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.
At Williams Racing, we believe in nurturing talent and providing people with hands-on, real-world experience in motorsport. Our apprenticeship programme is designed to launch your career in a dynamic environment, working on some of the most exciting challenges in Formula 1. As an apprentice, you'll be an essential part of the Williams Racing team, supporting our mission to push the boundaries of performance and technology.
The Role
Our Level 3 Model Shop apprentice programme offers you the chance to join a learning environment where you’ll gain hands-on experience in a variety of pathways across the Model Shop team. This team is a critical part of the Aerodynamics group, where we transform innovative ideas and concepts into precisely crafted components for wind tunnel testing. This role will start from September 2025.
You will work closely with Aero, Design, and Production teams to deliver high-quality development parts that play a key role in enhancing the car’s aerodynamic performance. This role will involve diverse experiences, from interpreting technical designs to using various materials and techniques in model assembly. You’ll be involved in processing, assembling, and testing wind tunnel models to exacting standards. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will:
- Learn advanced manufacturing techniques: Use a range of materials, from metals to composites, to build models with precise detail.
- Develop technical and practical skills: Gain experience in setting up, calibrating, and operating machinery and equipment specific to model assembly.
- Contribute to real aerodynamic development: See the immediate impact of your work as you support ongoing testing and analysis, helping to refine the performance of our F1 car.
Who We’re Looking For
We seek motivated, curious, and passionate individuals who are ready to learn and take on challenges. Ideal candidates will have:
A strong interest in engineering, technology, or motorsport
A minimum of GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science (Grade 4/C or above) and A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications)
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong teamwork skills and an eagerness to work collaboratively
An ability to communicate effectively and professionally
What We Offer
Hands-on training from experienced mentors and engineers
Opportunities to work on real F1 projects with meaningful impact
A supportive environment with room to develop your skills
Competitive apprenticeship salary and benefits
If you’re ready to kickstart your career in motorsport and play an integral role in the success of Williams Racing, we want to hear from you!
What can Williams offer?
The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.
Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments
