CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES
(Miami, Florida)
Year-Round
From its meager beginning in 1972 with one aging ship, Carnival Cruise Lines has today become the self-proclaimed "Most Popular Cruise Line in the World." Today, Carnival operates or has on order 14 of the world's large passenger cruise ships. Most of the company's vessels sail in the Caribbean and Mexico. Carnival is also home to the world's first entirely smoke free cruise ship, the M/S Paradise. Carnival's "Fun Ships" specialize in moderately priced cruises that are marketed to the young, active set.
SPECIFICS: Carnival's ships employ a crew of almost 15,000 men and women, making it one of the largest employers in the cruise industry. Most officers (except pursers) are Italian, while the crew is of mixed nationality. Most staff positions are filled with American, Canadian, and British citizens. Unlike many companies, Carnival has been known to give Americans and Canadians jobs in crew positions such as dining room
waiter, bar waiter, etc. Beauty salon, spa and fitness staff are all recruited through
Steiner Transocean
1007 North America Way, 4th floor
Miami, Florida 33132
(305) 358-9002
Some food and beverage department staff are hired by SeaChest, a subsidiary of Carnival (see SeaChest address below):
INSIDER TIPS: Carnival's large size means there are often last minute positions that need filling. Thus, applicants who keep their applications current and express a continuing interest in the company are the most likely to be offered positions. Carnival maintains an outstanding employment web site with detailed information on both shipboard and shoreside employment opportunities.
TO APPLY For non-concession positions, applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and photograph to Shipboard Personnel, Carnival Cruise Lines, 3655 NW 87th Avenue, Miami, FL 33178. 305-599-2600. The company does not accept telephone calls regarding application status.
