Wimbledon Technical Trainee

Wimbledon Technical Trainee 2026

Go behind the scenes of one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events.

NEP UK is offering an exciting opportunity for three Technical Trainees to join our engineering teams behind the 2026 Wimbledon Championships – one of the most complex and high‑profile live broadcasts in the world.

This hands‑on placement offers an unparalleled chance to experience live broadcast engineering in action, working alongside industry‑leading professionals across multiple technical disciplines.

We are inviting applications for placements lasting up to 15 days, either during the Rig phase 11th–26th June 2026 and/or Transmission phase 29th June – 12th July 2026
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• Applicants 18 years and older with a background or keen interest in engineering, broadcast technology, or media production systems.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Confident communicator, proactive problem‑solver, and team player with enthusiasm for Outside Broadcasting (OB) and live event production.
• No prior broadcast experience required – just curiosity, technical aptitude, and drive to learn.
• Applicants with previous study in a relevant field would be preferred.

• Senior Engineers – Discover how complex broadcast systems are designed, deployed, and maintained.
• Vision Engineers – Learn essential video engineering skills, including racking, signal routing, and fault‑finding.
• Sound Engineers – Explore audio signal paths, equipment testing, and communication systems.
• Sound Supervisors – Gain insights into microphone placement and live sport audio mixing.
• Edit & Ingest Engineers – Understand replay workflows, media storage solutions, and content logging systems.
• Camera Operators – Get hands‑on exposure to broadcast camera technology and operating techniques.
• Technical Management & Coordinators – Learn how large‑scale broadcast operations are planned, scheduled, and delivered.

• Placement Dates: 11th June – 12th July 2026
• Location:
  
  Wimbledon, London (on‑site only; public transport required; no parking available)
• Expenses:
  Up to £100 per day (travel and subsistence)
• Applicants must be available to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Please submit a brief cover letter (up to 500 words) outlining:

• Your field of study or interest
• Relevant experience or training
• Why you’re motivated to take part in this unique opportunity

Applications close on 31st January 2026.