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Here's where you'll discover how to get hired by a cruise line as quickly as possible!

Cruise line companies are hectic places. Everyday they are hit by a flood of applications from hopeful job seekers. The competition is fierce! But there are lots of techniques, strategies and resources you can use to ensure that you give yourself the very best chance of getting hired, quickly and easily.

Be sure to read the articles below:

How to Get a Cruise Job without Experience
Renee Ruggero
How to Get a Cruise Job without Experience No experience? No problem!! At least that's what you hope would be the answer, right? Do you wonder if the experience you have will be enough to land your dream job? How do you go about finding the job that meets your skills? How do you apply for jobs that seem to require skills and experience that you don't have? . . . keep reading
How to Get a Sales Job on a Cruise Ship
Renee Ruggero
How to Get a Sales Job on a Cruise Ship Cruise ship applicants with previous sales experience can choose to apply for a few different cruise jobs. Although most applicants assume that that the only sales-related position is in the onboard boutiques, there are a few other alternatives, as well. Find out what it takes to get a job in sales on a cruise ship . . . keep reading
How I Used Social Engineering To Get An On-Site Interview with Carnival Cruise Lines
Jay Herring
How I Used Social Engineering To Get An On-Site Interview with Carnival Cruise Lines In this article Jay Herring, author of The Truth About Cruise Ships, reveals the step by step technique he used to get direct access to the hiring manger which ultimately landed him a job with Carnival Cruise Lines . . . keep reading
Using Social Media to Find a Cruise Job
Renee Ruggero
Using Social Media to Find a Cruise Job Finding a cruise ship job is ultra competitive, but using social networking websites could put your resume on the top of the pile. Learn how to use popular social media websites like Twitter, Linkedin and Facebook to find your dream job in the cruise industry . . . keep reading
7 Top Tips For Getting A Job On A Cruise Ship
Tomas M
7 Top Tips For Getting A Job On A Cruise Ship In this inspiring article a member reveals his 7 top tips that helped him land a job on a cruise ship. But it wasn't all plain sailing. You'll discover how he was rejected again and again by all the major cruise lines, and how he kept himself motivated for over a year before finally getting hired by a company who had already rejected him twice . . . keep reading
Using an Agency to Get a Cruise Ship Job
Renee Ruggero
Using an Agency to Get a Cruise Ship Job Cruise line applicants wanting to use a hiring agency to land their dream cruise ship job need to know some basics. How do you choose a legitimate cruise line hiring agency and what steps are required to ensure the best chances for getting hired? . . . keep reading
Cruise Ship Resumes: Effective Career Objectives
Renee Ruggero
Cruise Ship Resumes: Effective Career Objectives The "Career Objective" section of your resume is crucial in capturing the employer's attention. If this opening sentence doesn't grab the reader's attention immediately, it may cost the applicant the chance of being contacted for an interview. Use these tips to write an effective objective on your resume . . . keep reading
The Cruise Industry Waiting Game
Renee Ruggero
The Cruise Industry Waiting Game Waiting for a cruise line employer or cruise agency to get back to you is the most painful part of the application process. How long should you wait before contacting them and what can you do to improve your chances of getting an interview or getting hired for your dream cruise ship job? . . . keep reading
Vaccinations Needed by Cruise Ship Crew Members
Renee Ruggero
Vaccinations Needed by Cruise Ship Crew Members Cruise lines expect their crew members to be immunized against a number of dangerous diseases. Not having these vaccinations may delay the chances of getting your medical done on time, but also lacking vaccines may put your own health at risk, too. Do you have the necessary vaccinations to work on a cruise ship? . . . keep reading
Training You Need to Get Cruise Ship Jobs
Renee Ruggero
Training You Need to Get Cruise Ship Jobs You think you have the right work experience, but do you understand the skills and training that will actually get you a cruise ship job? Here are the training and skills that cruise ship employers are actually looking for in job applicant. How prepared are you? . . . keep reading
Instant Cruise Ship Cover Letter Generator!
Instant Cruise Ship Cover Letter Generator! The Instant Cruise Ship Cover Letter Generator is special tool created to help job seekers quickly and easily churn out great, eye-catching cover letters and cover emails that industry recruiters love to get. Exclusive to members of WorkOnCruiseShips.com, this software helps you create 'Recruiter Friendly' Cover Letters in minutes. Members of this site get free, unlimited use of this powerful tool . . . keep reading
Top 10 Cover Letter Mistakes Cruise Ship Applicants Make
Renee Ruggero
Top 10 Cover Letter Mistakes Cruise Ship Applicants Make Even more important than your resume, is your cover letter. Since the cruise line or recruiting agency won't even see your resume if the cover letter doesn't entice them to want to learn more about you, it's important to make a memorable first impression. To capture the attention of the person reading your cover letter, avoid making these top 10 mistakes . . . keep reading
10 Biggest Resume Mistakes Cruise Job Seekers Make
Renee Ruggero
10 Biggest Resume Mistakes Cruise Job Seekers Make A cruise line recruiter may only spend a few seconds reviewing each resume for the available cruise ship jobs. Remember, the goal is to stimulate a request for a job interview. Keep your resume out of the rejected pile, by not making one of these common mistakes most cruise job seekers make . . . keep reading
Dress for Success: What to Wear to Your Interview with a Cruise Line
Renee Ruggero
Dress for Success: What to Wear to Your Interview with a Cruise Line The first judgement that the interviewer will make will be based on your appearance. And since you don't get a second chance to make a great initial impression, there are some do's and don'ts you should keep in mind when having an interview with a cruise line company . . . keep reading
How To Find Hidden Cruise Ship Job Opportunities
How To Find Hidden Cruise Ship Job Opportunities Use this simple technique to find 'hidden' cruise ship job opportunities before your competition even know they exist! You'll also discover how to use this technique to target your applications like a laser guided missile and know what to say at interviews so you're a perfect fit for the job . . . keep reading
Video Interview: Getting Jobs On Cruise Ships
Video Interview: Getting Jobs On Cruise Ships In this 2-part video series former crewmember and professional Tour Director Cherie Anderson discusses jobs on cruise ships and gives tips for getting hired. Cherie also talks about the types positions you should consider applying to and reveals what recruiters do and don't want to see on your applications . . . keep reading
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