So, let me tell you about my little adventure trying to land a gig in the Formula 1 world. It all started when I stumbled upon this online forum where people were discussing how to get into F1. I’ve always been a huge fan, and the idea of working behind the scenes just seemed so damn cool.
First thing I did was hit up Google. I typed in “how to work in f1” and, man, was there a lot of stuff to go through. I started clicking on different links, reading articles, and watching videos. It felt like drinking from a fire hose, you know? A ton of information, but not a lot of it was super helpful.
I did find a few websites that talked about the different roles in F1 teams, like engineering, mechanics, marketing, and all that jazz. I realized pretty quickly that I didn’t have the skills for the technical stuff. I mean, I can barely change a tire, let alone design a race car.
But then I thought, hey, maybe there’s something in marketing or communications that I could do. I’ve always been pretty good at talking to people and writing, so I started looking into that angle. I found a couple of job postings on the F1 teams’ websites, but they all seemed to require years of experience in the industry. Major bummer.
Undeterred, I decided to reach out to some people who actually work in F1. I found a few folks on LinkedIn and sent them messages, asking for advice. I didn’t expect much, but to my surprise, a couple of them actually replied!
One guy, who works in marketing for a smaller team, told me that networking is key. He said to attend races if I could, try to meet people, and just show my passion for the sport. He also recommended volunteering for smaller racing series to get some experience.
Another person, a data analyst, suggested taking some online courses in data analysis, she said there was a demand for people with my skills in F1. So, I found this website with all kinds of courses, and I signed up for one on data analysis. It was tough, I won’t lie, but I learned a ton.
While I was taking the course, I also started volunteering for a local racing team. I helped them out with social media and some basic data stuff. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was a start.
Fast forward a few months, and I’m still working on breaking into F1. I haven’t landed a job yet, but I’m not giving up. I’m still networking, still learning, and still volunteering. I’ve met some amazing people along the way, and I’ve learned a lot about the industry.
Here’s what I’ve realized: getting into F1 is hard. Like, really hard. It takes a lot of time, effort, and a bit of luck. But it’s not impossible. If you’re passionate, persistent, and willing to put in the work, you can make it happen.
So, if you’re dreaming of working in F1, don’t give up. Keep learning, keep networking, and keep pushing. And hey, if you see me at a race, come say hi! We can talk about our F1 dreams and maybe even grab a beer.
