Get Into F1 – The Complete Entry Guide
Customer reviews:
Alvaro
Pretty crucial with a lot of "insider information"
Will
Exceeded expectations
Julian
If you want to take your chances of getting into F1 serious, consider this guide
Sabreen
An amazing guide. Definitely worth the investment
What you'll learn from this guide:
- Understand how F1 teams actually work (and where jobs really are)
- Choose the right roles for your skills and background
- Build an F1-ready CV that gets past ruthless filtering
- Write a cover letter that focuses on their goals — not yours
- Apply strategically (including suppliers, not just teams)
- Use LinkedIn networking the smart way
- Prepare for interviews with real frameworks + AI interview simulation
- Stand out so you're memorable, not just "another applicant"
- Think long-term and build a career once you're in
"There’s a huge stigma around getting into our industry. Such a great tool for young aspiring individuals."
— Current F1 Team Employee
Bestseller
What's included?
- The Complete Entry Guide (PDF)
- Example CV (PDF)
- Example Cover Letter (PDF) (based on a successful application)
- Job Application Tracker Spreadsheet
- Templates + Action Steps throughout each chapter
Instant access after purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Is this guide suitable if I don’t have a degree?
Yes. This guide is designed for multiple routes into Formula 1, including non-degree paths. Many roles in F1 value hands-on experience, transferable skills, and attitude as much as formal qualifications. The guide explains where degrees matter, where they don’t, and how to position yourself either way.
Is this only for engineers, or other roles too?
It’s not just for engineers. While engineering roles are covered, the guide is equally relevant for technicians, composites, manufacturing, assembly, and other technical roles within F1 teams and suppliers. The focus is on how teams actually hire, not just job titles.
Is this useful if I’m still at school / university?
Absolutely. In fact, this is one of the best times to read it. The guide helps you make better decisions early — from choosing experience and placements, to avoiding common mistakes that slow people down after graduation.
Does this guarantee me a job in F1?
No — and it’s important to be honest about that. There are no guarantees in F1. What this guide does give you is a clear, realistic process and the same principles that helped me break in. It shortens the learning curve and helps you avoid wasting time on things that don’t move the needle.
How up-to-date is the information?
The guide is based on current hiring practices and real experiences inside the industry. It reflects how teams actually recruit today, not outdated advice. The guide will also be updated over time as the industry evolves.
What format is the guide in?
The guide is a digital PDF, available immediately after purchase. You can read it on your phone, tablet, or laptop, and revisit it whenever you need while applying for roles.
About the Author
Cameron Lincoln
Formula 1 Composites Technician
I didn’t take a traditional route into Formula 1.
I started in a job I hated, moved into engineering through an apprenticeship, built hands-on experience at a supplier, and then applied directly to F1 teams. When I did, I passed phone interviews and was invited to in-person interviews at multiple world-championship-winning teams — without a university degree.
This guide exists to break the stigma around getting into F1 and to show that there are multiple legitimate routes in, if you understand how the process actually works.