Do you want to se the world? Working on a cruise ship could be for you. Cruise ships hire thousands of staff from all around the world every year and there are so many different positions available. View information, find cruise companies recruiting now and apply today.
Latest Cruise Vacancies
Good Time Group
Good Time Group offer hotel, entertainment and animation jobs in the tourism and hospitality industries. Apply to work in Greece, Spain or onboard cruises ships.
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line create unforgettable memories for guests at sea. Staff are at the heart of each experience – bringing magic to life aboard ships, on the sandy beaches of Castaway Cay, and in offices around the world. A career with Disney Cruise Line is a unique experience.
Types of Positions
Many cruise line companies operate in all parts of the world – from small local river cruises to large international corporations. They hire thousands of staff every year in areas like:
Onboard Ship Positions
• Beauty / Spa / Hairdressing
• Human Resources
• Casino
• Financial services
• Childcare & youth staff
• IT
• Deck department
• Medical & healthcare
• Engine department
• Photography & videography
• Entertainment & dance
• Sports instructors – surfing, golf, scuba diving, ice skating, sky diving
• Food & beverage
• Lecturers & speakers
• Galley & culinary
• Gift shops & retail sales
• Cruise ship art auctioneer
• Housekeeping
• Clergy & religious services
• Hotel operations & guest services
Corporate And Shore Operations Employment
• Accounting & finance
• Maintenance & purchasing
• Air/Sea operations
• Advertising
• IT
• Documentation, sales & reservations department
• Ground services
• Human resources
• Travel & tourism reps
Reasons to Work on a Cruise Ship
It’s Fun
Working onboard a ship can be a really enjoyable experience, this environment is unlike many other places and certainly beats a 9-5 office job fixed in one place.
Salary
Cruise ships don’t pay high salaries by most industry standards, but it is high compared to other types of holiday/seasonal positions. You also have to factor in the free accommodation and very little outgoings you will have so it is a great way to save money.
Make Friends
Cruise companies hire employ people from all over the world and on any one ship there are usually lots of different nationalities. When living and working so closely with people some are guaranteed to become life long friends.
See the World
Travel is amazing isn’t it, and by working on a ship you will get to see so many different countries without having to pay for flights, transport and accommodation.
Cruise Ship Careers
These are some of the most popular worldwide cruise operators who hire thousands of staff every year:
• Princess Cruises
• MSC Cruises
• Royal Caribbean International
• P&O Cruises
• Celebrity Cruises
Other cruise companies around the world who also hire recruit include:
• A-ROSA Flussschiff
• AIDA Cruises
• Ama Waterways
• American Cruise Lines
• American Queen Steamboat Company
• Azamara Club Cruises
• Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
• Carnival Cruise Lines
• Costa Cruises
• Crystal Cruises
• Cunard Line
• Douro Azul
• Dream Cruise Line
• Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
• Hapag Lloyd Cruise Lines
• Holland America Line
• Hurtigruten
• Marella Cruises
• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Paradise Cruises
• Paul Gauguin Cruises
• Seabourn Cruise Line
• Silversea Cruises
• Star Cruises
• TUI
• The World
• Uniworld River Cruises
• Variety Cruises
• Viking
• Virgin Voyages
• Windstar Cruises
FAQ
How do I get a job on a cruise ship?
To get a job on a cruise ship you will need to either apply direct with a cruise liner or apply through a recruitment agent. Some cruise lines use local recruitment companies to handle all their recruitment needs whilst others have recruitment sections on their website where you can make an online application.
Can I work on a cruise ship with no experience?
Some entry-level positions require no experience but for skilled jobs you will need a strong CV and experience.
Things to consider before applying
• Research which cruise line you would like to work for and which destinations you would like to go to
• What types of onboard positions are suitable for you
• Do you get seasick? Figure out if living, working and sleeping at sea is for you.
• Put together a strong application
Contract durations
Most companies will require you to commit to a minimum time period usually 4/6 months or 1 year+. and you need to be aged 21 to apply, so they are perfect for recent university graduates looking for seasonal work. If you are still studying, we have loads of summer job alternatives.