cruise line jobs

After landing a chance for a cruise ship job interview, you should take time to prepare for the questions that may be asked. It is important to think of the best answers to these questions to increase your chances of having your own cruise ship job. These preparations can also help you decide on whether a cruise ship career is for you as the questions are designed to tell the recruiter if your are fit for a job on board.

Questions to be asked are intended to help the interviewer find out whether you can do a cruise ship job and if you would be a good cruise crew. Some of the questions to be asked may include:

• Can you work and live as part of a team composed of people from different nationalities?

• Would you be able to live on board a high pressure and sometimes difficult environment?

• Do you get sea sick?

• Can you live away from home and family for at least six months?

• Are you adaptable and flexible?

• Can you live in a tiny cabin which may be shared with another crew member?

You can prove your readiness for the job by answering these questions positively and of course, honestly. Preparing for this kind of questions will provide you a huge advantage in securing a job on board.

Learning a second language is also another advantage that you may gain in improving your chances of getting hired. You don’t have to be an expert or fluent speaker, a reasonably and understandable proficiency is beneficial as cruise ships have passengers of many nationalities and visits different parts of the world that is why there is always a need for a crew with second language.

English is the most important language but the requirement for a crew member is to understand at least the basics of another language is increasing. It may be to offer directions, take orders, or anything else that a foreign passenger may request of you.

You can get the best help from experienced crew members with Cruise Line Job Guide. They offer a guide which can help you decide, prepare and actually get any of the cruise ship jobs that you desire.

Carnival cruise line company was founded by Ted Arison in 1972, and branded into Carnival Corporation & PLC, which publicly traded several cruise line company such as Cunard, Holland America Line, Costa Cruise Line, etc. Carnival was a pioneer in the concept of shorter and less expensive cruises. The ships are known for their Las Vegas-style decor and entertainment. The line calls its ships "The Fun Ships", and there are a wide range of activities offered on board. It's easily recognized by the smoke stack, or funnel, which is red, white and blue and shaped like a whale's tail. The mascot for Carnival is "Fun Ship Freddy", a character in the shape of Carnival's distinctive funnel.
In 1996 the Carnival Destiny of 101,000 gross tons became the largest passenger ship in the world at the time. As of 2008, the latest and largest ship in the Carnival Fleet is the Carnival Splendor. Currently, a new 130,000 gross ton ship is under construction, the Carnival Dream. The Carnival Dream is set to debut in October 2009 . A sister ship, the Carnival Magic, is set to debut in June 2011. Carnival operates more than 20 ships world wide, which are: Carnival Triumph, Carnival Ecstasy, Carnival Sensation, Carnival Paradise, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Glory, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Destiny, Carnival Dream, etc. Carnival Cruise Line hired international crews through their local agencies worldwide. Depending on the job types, one of the hiring partner in Indonesia for Carnival Cruise Line is CTI Jakarta which has branches in Yogyakarta and Bali, hire new employee for basic and entry level jobs such as Waiter, GPA F&B, GPA Housekeeping, etc. Carnival corporates also hire new employee for the positions of Shipboard Gift Shop Position, Shipboard Medical, Shipboard A/V Media, etc.

* Shipboard Gift Shop Positions

The Gift Shop's inboards are operated by Starboard Cruise Services. For all inquires related to gift shop employment opportunities on board Carnival's fleet, please send resume to:

* Starboard Cruise Services

8052 N.W. 14th Street Miami, FL 33126 Attention: Human Resources Tel: (786) 845-7536 / Fax: (305) 715-9789

* Shipboard Photographer

Responsibilities include: Shooting, processing and selling digital photography on board. These include, but are not limited to, guest pictures of embarkation, portraits, gangways at the ports of call, dining room, pool/deck, and weddings. Selling retail items such as cameras, batteries, digital media, folios, albums, etc. The shipboard photographer reports directly to the Photo Manager and must adhere to all shipboard rules and regulations, including dress code. This is an 8-month on, 8-week off, on board position for which a valid passport is necessary. We are also hiring for the shorter Alaska season of May through September. We will provide your airfare; all necessary equipment such as cameras, lenses, flashes, media cards, tripods, flash meter; and a full set of uniforms. Due to the limited space on board, it is necessary to share a cabin with someone of the same gender. Phone and Internet communication to shore side is available for a nominal fee. Send your resume and cover letter to photodepartmentrecruit@carnival.com. Do not send web-linked resumes. Resumes are reviewed every two to three months as our needs dictate. You will receive notification when your resume is reviewed. All resumes will be kept in our database for at least six months after being reviewed.

* Shipboard A/V Media

Carnival Cruise Lines is looking for qualified / experienced personnel in TV Production, Engineering and ENG Environments, to work aboard our vessels in a challenging Broadcast and TV Production Department. The Shipboard A/V Media Staff is responsible for the production of various video products including "Fun Ship Films", the creation of video segments for our award winning production shows and also our "Fun Ship" weddings. Benefits include: Accommodations and Meals on board, Free Cruise Benefits (after 6 months of continuous employment), "Fun Ship" Retirement Plan, Medical Coverage. With 22 vessels, Carnival Cruise Line is always looking for dedicated, motivated and experienced persons in the Camera and Editing fields. Interested candidates should send a resume and demo reel. (Resumes should be MS Word or PDF format - please do not send web linked resumes or demo reels)
Applicants may contact us in the following manner: Emails us at - VideoServices@carnival.com Or Mail to:

* Video Services, Recruiting Supervisor

Carnival Cruise Lines 3655 NW 87Th Ave Miami, FL 33178-2428 Fax: 305-406-8513
Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age, have Professional Experience and a Valid Passport. Associate Degree in Video Production or equivalent experience; excellent shooting + editing skills; knowledge of editing systems/programs; friendly, professional attitude; willingness to learn; excellent written + verbal skills. The Video Services Staff is expected to act professionally and must adhere to all shipboard rules and regulations as well as dress code. Full use and range of arms and legs as well as full visual, verbal and hearing abilities are required. The applicant must be physically able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

* Shipboard Spa/Beauty/Fitness

For all inquiries related to Spa/ Beauty/Fitness employment opportunities on board Carnival's Fleet, please send your resume/curriculum vitae to:

* Steiner Management Inc

770 S Dixie Hwy Suite 200 Coral Gables, FL 33146 (305) 358-9002

* Shipboard Medical

Ship's Physician The ship's physician is responsible for the basic and emergency medical treatment of the guests and directly supervises the ship's nurses. The ship physician also serves as the emergency and primary care physician for all crew on board. Physicians must hold valid registration in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa, or European Union member country. Candidates must have completed a minimum of three years postgraduate training in internal medicine, family practice, or emergency medicine and be competent in emergency medicine with experience in orthopedic and minor surgical procedures. Current certification as an ACLS provider or its equivalent, unless board certified in emergency medicine. ATLS certificate and PALS certification helpful, but not mandatory. Experience and knowledge of the indications and contra-indications of fibrinolytic therapy and care of the patient before and after administration. Some experience or willingness to learn simple laboratory and x-ray procedures. Evidence of a positive mental attitude and an ability to work with people of different nationalities in a close intense environment, while providing effective leadership. Must be fluent in English. Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical examination and be deemed fit for duty at sea. Basic computer knowledge and proficiency is required. »Apply for this position

* Ship's Nurse

The Ship's Nurses are responsible to care for the nursing needs (routine and emergency needs) of the guests and crew. Registered Nurses with valid registration in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Ireland, or European Union country with a minimum of three recent years of emergency or critical care nursing experience with competency in emergency/critical care nursing care are eligible to apply. Current BLS certification is required. Current ACLS certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or its equivalent, is highly recommended. Some willingness to learn simple laboratory/x-ray procedures. Must be proficient with IV cannulation and venipuncture. Must have a positive mental attitude and an ability to work with people of different nationalities in a close intense environment. Applicants must pass a medication administration exam, demonstrate adequate experience with nursing procedures on our skills check list and must pass a pre-employment physical examination and be deemed fit for duty at sea. Basic computer knowledge and proficiency is also required. Fluent in English. »Apply for this position

* Nurse Practitioner

The ship's nurse practitioner must be registered in the United States or Canada. Candidates must have completed the required number of years of advanced nursing training in a recognized nurse practitioner program and have received formal clinical training in internal medicine, family medicine, or general practice. In addition, must have three or more years of critical care experience as an RN and a minimum of two years of NP practice experience in family practice, internal medicine or general medicine. The ship's nurse practitioner holds joint responsibility with the physician for the basic and emergency medical treatment of the guests on board. The ship's nurse practitioner (as well as the physician) also serves as the emergency and primary care practitioner for all crew onboard. Nurse practitioners must be competent in emergency medicine with experience in orthopedic and minor surgical procedures. Current certification in ACLS or its equivalent is required. ATLS and PALS certifications are helpful, but not required. Some experience or willingness to learn simple laboratory and x-ray procedures is required. Evidence of a positive mental attitude and an ability to work with people of different nationalities in a close intense environment, while providing effective care. Must be fluent in English. Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical examination and be deemed fit for duty at sea. Basic computer knowledge and proficiency is required.

CRUISE LINES

With all of the vacations and trips we’ve taken or are planning this year, it’s a little surprising to me that not ONE trip involves going on a cruise! I think that’s atypical for us! Living in the Tampa, Fl area gives us easy access to several cruise ports (Tampa, Port Canaveral, and Miami) and it’s such a fun way to get away for a quick weekend with Jim, or a long vacation with the family.

Being the bargain shopper that I am, I’m always looking for deals on cruises. We’ve booked several over the internet in the past, using a cruises only travel agency that deals with all of the major cruise lines. One such site is DirectLineCruises, and it’s so easy to find a great deal and discount cruises using their site. They’ve even got better deals than you’ll find when you book with the cruise line directly, and sometimes offer special perks like shipboard credit for booking through their site. You won’t find deals like that when you book through the cruise line.

I decided to check out the Royal Caribbean cruise deals offered – we’ve done the same Royal Caribbean cruise several times now, because it’s a short 3 night deal that’s easy for us to get away for, and the price is always right. The price offered for this cruise is low – $249 per person! We haven’t paid so little for that cruise since the first time we did it, back in 2003, so I know that’s a great price. (That price just illustrates why I like cruising so much – how else can you go on a 3 night vacation, to a foreign country, with great entertainment, gambling, and food, for $500 a couple?)

Another cruise line that this company specializes in is Norwegian Cruise Line – we haven’t sailed with NCL, but I have family members who have, and it’s a great line. It tends to be a little more elegant and upscale than some of the other lines, so it attracts a different group of people.

You can book any of these cruises, as well as others,they allow you to make a live booking online, instead of submitting your information and waiting for a representative to call you back. The site lists all of the major cruise lines, all of the major cruise ports in the US, and reviews from customers (like me!). The company also includes cruise cancellation protection when you purchase, at no additional cost to you!