Job Description

Wimbledon Technical Trainee Programme 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

(

11

th

-26

th

June 2026

) and/or

Transmission

phase

(

29

th

June - 12

th

July 2026

).

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applicants

18 years and older

, ideally with a background or keen interest in engineering, broadcast technology, or media production systems. You must have

Right to Work in the UK

.


You'll be a confident communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and a team player with an enthusiasm for Outside Broadcasting (OB) and live event production.


No prior broadcast experience is required - just curiosity, technical aptitude, and the drive to learn.


Applicants with previous study in a relevant field would be preferred.

What You'll Learn

Successful candidates will gain invaluable real-world experience in the engineering and operations that power a live global sports broadcast. You'll work closely with experts including:


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.


This traineeship offers a unique chance to apply engineering principles in a fast-paced, real-world broadcast environment, contributing to one of the biggest annual productions in sports television.

Additional Information

Placement Dates: 11th June - 12th July 2026


Location: Wimbledon, London (on-site only; travel by public transport required as no parking available)


Expenses: Up to 100 per day (covering travel and subsistence)


Applicants must be available to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

How to Apply

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 31

st

January 2026.