Superstar Alumni: Case Studies

Opening students’ eyes to careers they never would have known about, industries they may never have thought of, and setting them on the ideal track to achieving a role within them, F1 in Schools serves as a catalyst for pupil progression. 
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And we have the alumni to prove it. From dream roles within F1 teams through to positions at some of the world’s most renowned organisations, including Space X, BAE, and NASA, our ever-growing network of past pupils serves as indisputable proof of the potential this programme unleashes.Opening students’ eyes to careers they never would have known about, industries they may never have thought of, and setting them on the ideal track to achieving a role within them, F1 in Schools serves as a catalyst for pupil progression. 

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Mary Aldersley

Current role: Coordinator, Transmission and Component Assembly
Company: McLaren Formula 1
Country: F1 in Schools UK
Years competing: 2013 – 2014
School: Lytham St Annes High School
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Now working for McLaren Formula 1 as a Coordinator in the Transmission and Component Assembly team, Mary Aldersley has embarked on a dream career within F1, the roots of which began with F1 in Schools when she was 16 years old.

​In this case study, Mary talks us through her journey from classroom to competition, and beyond.

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​Emily Latham

​Current role: Marketing Planning and Strategy Manager, Europe
Company: BMW
Country: F1 in Schools UK
Years competing: 2009 – 2011
School: St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School

Now working for BMW in the position of Marketing Planning and Strategy Manager, Europe, Emily has had an incredibly successful career journey since competing in F1 in Schools.

In this case study she explains the impact the competition had on her career choices, the valuable skills she learned while taking part, and the unforgettable memories she made while taking part.

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​George Poulter

Current role: Mechanical Structural Analysis Engineer
Company: Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
Country: F1 in Schools UK
Years competing: 2013
School: Bradfield School​

Now working as a Mechanical Structural Analysis Engineer, George’s role sees him leverage engineering theory and computer modelling to ensure the structural reliability, safety, and optimum performance of mechanical components.

In this case study George discusses how his journey began with F1 in Schools, taking him on a incredibly successful career path.

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​Amy Martin

Current role: Finance Graduate
Company: Mercedes AMG HPP
Country: F1 in Schools UK
​Years competing: 2013 – 2016
School: Denbigh High School
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Now working in the Finance department of Mercedes AMG HPP, Amy’s F1 in Schools journey has taken her from being part of two-time World Finalists Tachyon to her dream career within an F1 team, with some fantastic highlights on the way. 

This case study is a brilliant example of what is possible when you grasp the opportunities F1 in Schools provides with both hands. ​

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​Lewis Fowler

Current role: Graduate Design Engineer - Aerodynamics
Company: Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1® Team
Country: F1 in Schools UK
Years competing: 2016 - 2019
School: Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School
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Following a three-year F1 in Schools journey which saw him form part of Evolve UK - the F1 in Schools 2019 World Champions - Lewis has pursued his passion for engineering all the way through university to a dream role at Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team.

Now working in the field of aerodynamics, Lewis explains how F1 in Schools helped him to progress from classroom to garage.

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​Katelyn Chelberg

Current role: Master of Engineering Graduate
Company: University of Cambridge
Country: F1 in Schools UK
Years competing: 2015 – 2017
School: Robert May’s School

Having studied Engineering at the University of Cambridge, Katelyn graduated with Honours with Distinction in 2023, and is now set to embark on a career in operations consulting. 

Taking part in F1 in Schools as team leader of Enigma UK, Katelyn's case study explains how she was first introduced to the world of engineering through the competition.

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George Stonor

Current role: Mechanical Design student
Company: Red Bull Powertrains
Country: F1 in Schools UK
Years competing: 2016 - 2019
School: Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School

Part of Evolve UK alongside Lewis,  George had an incredibly
successful journey in the competition, and has continued to excel.

​Having been awarded a full scholarship at UCL as part of his World Champions prize, George graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and is currently undertaking a placement year as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Red Bull Powertrains.

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