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Atlassian Williams F1 Team and Komatsu expand Engineering Academy through Formula Student collaboration
Atlassian Williams F1 Team and Komatsu expand Engineering Academy through Formula Student
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[{"type":"text","content":"\nThe hunt for the next generation of exceptional engineers is on as Atlassian Williams F1 Team and Komatsu launch the third edition of the Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy.\n\n\nThe global program aims to recruit the world’s most talented young engineers, and supercharge their career ambitions through e-learning, visits to cutting edge manufacturing facilities, and mentorship from experts at industry-leading machinery manufacturer Komatsu and iconic F1 team Williams.\n\n\nFrom 2026, the Academy will be run in collaboration with Formula Student, a leading engineering competition for university students, and with the support of Formula SAE, its sister competition for students around the world. Academy members will be selected from the competition’s finalist pools, both at Silverstone in the UK and virtually through global assessment centers.\n\n\nThe Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy is a staple of Williams’ grid-leading Early Careers offering and is entering its third year. The team is committed to investing in the talent of the future through their industrial placements, graduate programs, and work experience. Today, 12 percent of all staff members are from Early Careers. Komatsu supports community-based programs around the world designed to attract and train new generations of engineering and technical talent.\n\n\nFormula Student UK finalists can apply for the academy from June 8th. All other Formula Student and FSAE competitors should stay tuned for virtual applications later this year.\n\n\nAnn Perrins, Chief People Officer, Atlassian Williams F1 Team:\n“Here at Atlassian Williams F1 Team, we know that our success depends on the talent of the future. Programmes like the Komatsu Williams Engineering Academy give us a unique opportunity to identify talent and accelerate their rise whether that’s in motorsport, industrial engineering, or machinery. We look forward to meeting the finalists at Silverstone and virtually later this year.”\n\n\nTakuya Imayoshi, President and CEO, Komatsu\n“Over the past 105 years, Komatsu has prided itself on developing the technical expertise of our people around the world. Our partnership with Atlassian Williams F1 Team is designed to attract and develop the next generation of diverse technical talent as we continue growing and delivering innovative solutions for customers around the world...