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, STEM Racing serves as a catalyst for pupil progression.
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.
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.
Mary AldersleyCurrent 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 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 LathamCurrent 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. |
George PoulterCurrent 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 MartinCurrent role: Finance Graduate
Company: Mercedes AMG HPP Country: F1 in Schools UK Years competing: 2013 – 2016 School: Denbigh High School 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. |
Katelyn ChelbergCurrent 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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Kyriakos TheofanidisCurrent role: F1 Mechanical Engineer - Academy Trainee
Company: Mercedes AMG HPP Country: F1 in Schools Greece Years competing: 2015 – 2016 School: Mandoulides Schools Following his childhood passion for motorsports, Kyriakos went on to have an incredibly successful F1 in Schools journey. Becoming Mechanical Engineer for Infinite Racing - a team which achieved the ultimate title of World Champions - this talented engineer continued to pursue his love of motorsports throughout university, before securing a dream role at Mercedes AMG HPP. |
Lewis FowlerCurrent 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 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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George StonorCompany: 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. |