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Interested in working on a cruise ship? You’ve come to the right place.
Let our experts help you develop a winning strategy to get the cruise ship job you want.
Hi. I’m Noelle Sipos, founder of MyCruiseCareer.com.
I love inspiring people to discover their passion in life. I discovered my passion 24 years ago when I started my cruise ship career. I developed this site for those of you looking for a unique career opportunity far from the typical “9 to 5.” I love to travel. I love adventure. I love meeting new people. I love to entertain. I also love to work (and play!) hard.
If you share any (or all!) of the above passions, I encourage you to become a member of our community. We will do our best to educate you on why the cruise industry is an extraordinary career path you may not have otherwise considered.
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Hi. I’m Noelle Sipos, founder of MyCruiseCareer.com.
I love inspiring people to discover their passion in life. I discovered my passion 24 years ago when I started my cruise ship career. I developed this site for those of you looking for a unique career opportunity far from the typical “9 to 5.” I love to travel. I love adventure. I love meeting new people. I love to entertain. I also love to work (and play!) hard.
If you share any (or all!) of the above passions, I encourage you to become a member of our community. We will do our best to educate you on why the cruise industry is an extraordinary career path you may not have otherwise considered.
Get the inside scoop from professionals who have enjoyed rewarding careers at sea.
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CRUISE INDUSTRY CLOSE UP – A LOOK INSIDE:
Cruise Ship Design and Onboard Innovations – What will they think of next?
Cruise ships and cruise lines introduce something new and amazing each year, all in an effort to elevate guests’ vacation experience (and raise market share, of course). Whether it’s game-changing design or innovative onboard programs, the bar is raised again with each new ship’s launch.
Royal Caribbean stands out as an industry leader. Their Oasis class of ships are virtual floating cities, with just about everything under the sun and stars to keep everyone entertained 24/7. And the cruise line outdid itself again with the launch of the Quantum of the Seas, featuring a skydive simulator and the North Star, a capsule that hovers hundreds of feet over the ship—and the ocean.
CRUISE CAREER COACH:
Personal Branding – What’s your POD (point of difference)?
From McDonald’s golden arches to Nike’s swoosh, companies rely on their brand to help them stand out. And just like mega corporations, you too need to stand apart from the sea of job applicants.
Want to score that dream job at sea? Time to develop the most important brand of all—you. Your brand includes your POD, or point of difference, what singles you out from the competition.
Get your stories straight.
Now it’s time to showcase your strengths. What are your top skills? Communicating? Organizing? Selling? What do you value the most? What are your major accomplishments? Find out how your skills combined with your values contributed to these accomplishments, then link them together in “stories.
LIFE AFTER SHIPS:
Where are they now?
Interview with Alvin Materi, Regional Director of Cruise Asia
Alvin Materi grew up in Canada, holding down summer jobs as a lifeguard and dreaming of being the next Wayne Gretzky. On a whim, after graduating from the University of Calgary with a bachelor’s in physical education, he took a job in the cruise industry in 1992, working for seven years out at sea in youth activities. He now makes his home in Auckland, New Zealand, as Group Director of Sales for Destination Asia and Regional Director for Cruise Asia. His main tasks include scouting tours and must-see attractions for cruise-ship passengers.
What were your initial career aspirations?
While I wanted to be a professional hockey or basketball player, I knew early on that was not going to happen. I thought I would be a…
TOP 10 REASONS TO WORK ON A CRUISE SHIP
MyCruiseCareer.com REGISTRATION FEATURES
CRUISE INDUSTRY CLOSE-UPS
Monthly articles showcasing the latest industry innovations.
SHIPBOARD POSITION PROFILES
Snapshots of more than 80 shipboard positions, and the skills required to be successful in those roles.
LIFE AFTER SHIPS: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
Success stories and interviews with cruise industry veterans.
CRUISE CAREER COACH
Our panel of experts help applicants prepare to apply for that coveted cruise ship position.
CRUISE NEWS
Featured destinations and information on industry agencies, associations and annual events.
CRUISE LINE PROFILES
The world of ocean and river cruising and what makes each brand unique.
CONCESSIONAIRE PARTNER PROFILES
The role of the concessionaire and the career opportunities they have to offer.
LIFE ON SHIPS
An in-depth look behind the scenes.
JOB SEARCH
A detailed directory of links to cruise-line-approved hiring partners worldwide.
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WHAT MyCruiseCareer.com FANS ARE SAYING
My decision to work on cruise ships was the best decision of my life! If you are considering a career at sea, become a member of MyCruiseCareer.com and find out if ‘life at sea’ is the perfect fit for you! - Meeting Noelle Sipos, founder of MyCruiseCareer.com, was definitely the highlight of the career fair for me. I encourage you to become a member and share in this wealth of professional knowledge and wisdom!
- Much of the success I enjoy in the corporate world today is because of the person I became working on cruise ships. Join MyCruiseCareer.com today, and begin charting your course for a career in an incredible industry!