EPFL: motorsport and F1 career paths

EPFL (Lausanne, Switzerland) is one of the universities feeding talent into Formula 1 and the wider motorsport industry. Strong simulation, control systems and autonomous research crossing into motorsport.

Courses at EPFL that lead to F1

MSc Mechanical Engineering, MSc Robotics. These programmes typically lead to F1 roles in race engineering, aerodynamics, strategy, vehicle dynamics, simulation, mechanical design and powertrain.

F1 careers EPFL graduates can target

• Race Engineer · £45k to £160k
• Aerodynamicist · £40k to £140k
• F1 Strategist · £55k to £180k
• Performance Engineer · £42k to £130k
• F1 Mechanic · £35k to £90k
• Data Engineer · £40k to £120k

How BoxBoxd works with EPFL

BoxBoxd reaches motorsport students at the moment they declare interest in a Formula 1 career. Our 22 question career quiz matches student strengths to specific F1 jobs and surfaces study paths that include EPFL. EPFL careers teams partner with BoxBoxd to:

• Get visibility on a panel of 50,000+ motorsport fans through the BoxBoxd newsletter
• Run direct cohort campaigns to candidates who match the MSc Mechanical Engineering profile
• Receive cohort intelligence reports for accreditation, board reviews and budget approvals

See how universities work with BoxBoxd or try the career quiz to see how EPFL fits into the F1 career path.

FAQ EPFL motorsport

Does EPFL have a motorsport course?

Yes. EPFL runs MSc Mechanical Engineering, MSc Robotics.

Can EPFL graduates work in F1?

Yes. EPFL alumni are placed across F1 teams and the wider motorsport supply chain. Use the BoxBoxd career quiz to match strengths to a specific F1 role.

How does my university partner with BoxBoxd?

EPFL careers teams contact partnerships@boxboxd.fun for a partnership pack and pricing.