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Welcome To Princess Cruises Careers

We offer a variety of opportunities for highly motivated people who seek a challenging and rewarding career.

More than 1.7 million guests enjoy the Princess experience each year as they travel to 300 destinations around the world. Exceptional customer service is the cornerstone of our success thanks to our team members on land and at sea — the cruise industry’s best. We offer a variety of opportunities for highly motivated people who seek a challenging and rewarding career. Get to know us by exploring our career site. You’ll learn about our history, hear first-hand what our employees love about working for Princess Cruises, and discover the passion we have for giving our guests lifetime memories.

Our culture...Stronger together

Our highest responsibility, and therefore our top priorities, are always compliance; environmental protection; and the health, safety, and well-being of our guests, the people in places we visit, and our Carnival family, both shoreside, and shipboard. For more information about our values,  view our Culture Essentials .

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Join our inclusive and welcoming team!

Set sail on an exciting career course! Princess Cruises is the employer of choice in the cruise industry. We offer exceptional facilities and extensive learning and recreational programs for our crew. Join our inclusive and welcoming team, and you’ll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless.

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Corporate Cruise Careers

At Princess Cruises you’ll find a world of inspiring cruise-industry career opportunities all within our shoreside offices. We offer a rewarding work environment and are dedicated to our employees’ growth and wellbeing, including enriching travel opportunities. You’ll take pride in supporting shipboard colleagues — the cruise industry’s best!

Alaska-Yukon Careers

Get ready for summer adventure! Join Princess Cruises, the region’s tourism leader, in hosting our Alaska cruise guests at Princess-owned wilderness lodges and transportation services. There they experience breathtaking vistas, fresh local cuisine, and awe-inspiring wildlife. See it all for yourself — and make friends from around the world — while leading tours, serving in hospitality and culinary, or hitting the road in transportation operations.

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Princess Cruises

Our Culture Essentials… Stronger together Speak Up – Respect & Protect – Improve – Communicate – Listen & Learn – Empower

Set sail on an exciting career course with Princess Cruises! One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise company operating a fleet of modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities.

As a worldwide leader in premium cruising, Princess now offers the MedallionClass™ experience, an even more personalized vacation. Our smart ships feature everything from TrulyTouchless™ embarkation to on-demand delivery of drinks, food and more that makes cruising effortless and supports the wellbeing of our guests and teammates.

Our Princess team lives by our Shared Purpose and Core Values of Respect, Protect and Connect. We seek out people who want to share their passion for travel, work with the latest technology and join a friendly, diverse team to serve our guests and show them the world. We understand our responsibility to safeguard our teammates, our guests and our oceans, and our highest priority is to operate in a safe and socially responsible way every day.

As part of the Princess family, you’ll gain valuable cruise ship career experience representing one of the largest cruise lines in the world. We are extremely passionate about our work and offer a variety of reward programs to recognize employees who go above and beyond to provide our guests the best possible vacation experience.

Join our team and enjoy an adventurous career with great incentives, unlimited growth and worldwide travel opportunities.

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Youth Staff (Japanese Speaker)

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.  An

3 June 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Executive Chef

2 June 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Chef De Cuisine

Executive sous chef, galley steward.

31 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Jr Asst Food Beverage Manager

Chef de partie baker.

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, we operate a fleet of modern Love Boats each offering exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries

30 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Hotel General Manager

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe. An i

29 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

APM Lighting 1

Princess sails the world connecting guests to what matters most – their loved ones, destinations and Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recr

28 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Entertainment Director

Photographer.

27 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Good Spirits Bartender

25 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Rooms Division Supervisor

22 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Associate Hotel General Mgr

Chef de partie pizza, chef de partie pastry, production manager, apm crew chief, executive pastry bakery chef, chief baker, demi chef de partie pastry, chef de partie, asst purser (guest services supervisor).

20 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Learning Development Mgr

18 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Asst Provision Master

Demi chef de partie, jr asst purser, chief butcher, crew welfare coordinator, security guard.

Security Guards are part of a team of security personnel which monitor passenger and crew activities, investigating security matters that arise, promptly reporting and correcting security issues and contribute to maintaining a safe and secure shipboard environment in line with company values.

17 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Assisting the Sr. Carpenter in the maintenance and repair of fixtures or surfaces in a cost-efficient manner that is in compliance with Company safety standards.

the Deck Crew assists the Bosun and Second Bosun with the safe maintenance of the ship’s exterior, and safe operation of the ship’s mooring stations and tender operations.

Chef de Partie Butcher

Master photographer (premium studio photographer).

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offers exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe. An

15 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Security Officer

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.An ico

Hotel Inventory Manager

14 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Jnr Stateroom Steward (Japanese Speaking)

Sous chef (japanese speaking), events & guest services supervisor.

13 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Food Beverage Manager (Bar Manager)

Utility fb steward, demi chef de partie pizza, 2nd commis butcher, asst cruise director dj, 1st commis chef, asst cruise director, 2nd engineer officer.

Be the Consummate Host by operating, inspecting, and maintaining engines, machinery, and equipment in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner to the highest professional standards.

12 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Jr Asst Cruise Director

Sr asst purser (guest services manager).

The Plumber assists the First Plumber in the maintenance and repair of the onboard water, sanitary, and heating systems in a cost-efficient manner that is in compliance with Company safety standards.

Technical Clerk

Supporting the Chief Engineer and the Technical Department with an efficient and organized structure for storage and retrieval of critical files, drawings, manuals, certifications, etc.  Provide consistent administrative tasks in the ECR and ECP operation. This role is most suitable for graduates

Fitter Mechanic

As part of our onboard technical department team, effectively overhauling, repairing, and maintaining all engine room machinery and equipment in a cost-efficient manner that is in compliance with all company safety standards. 

11 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Corporate Executive Chef

10 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Food & Beverage Environmental Supervisor

9 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Buffet Steward

Cruise director.

8 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Fleet Manager, Youth and Family Programs

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offers exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.  A

7 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

2nd Commis Chef

Jr asst cruise director (japanese speaking).

6 May 2024 - Princess Cruises - English language ad

Shorex Staff (Japanese Speaking)

Waiter (japanese speaking), bar steward (japanese speaking), stateroom steward (japanese speaking), rooms division supervisor (japanese speaking), sr asst purser (japanese speaking), jr asst purser (japanese speaking).

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The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) plays an essential role in the medical department, providing clinical and administrative support to the onboard medical team. HCAs often are the first medical team member seen by guests and crew and assist in delivering an excellent customer experience.

• Provide clinical and administrative work under the supervision of other medical staff.
• Staff the reception desk, greet patients, schedule appointments, follow-ups, and patient check-in services.
• Assist with basic patient triage and vital signs.
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• Participate in medical training and ship safety drills within their assigned roles.Support audits, inspections, and public health monitoring. Participate in shipboard training and competency programs to learn new skills.
• Uphold the company’s core values and the best customer service standards.

Healthcare Assistant, LVN, LPN, Nurse Assistant, Enrolled Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, or any higher qualification.

at least two years of practice in one of the above roles, with current or recent experience.

certification is required before joining a vessel and should remain valid while onboard.

written and spoken, is essential; other languages are an asset.

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experience and proficiency are essential.

outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills; ability to work cohesively in a small, diverse team.

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Once the lines let loose and the ship sets sail there's a group of talented folks engaging with our guests to keep the energy up to the wee hours of the morning. That group is our cruise staff made up of Assistant Cruise Directors (ACDs) and our entry level position, Junior Assistant Cruise Directors (JACDs). If the Cruise Director is the leader then this group is the pack. They might split to host a variety of activities during the day or come together to throw a killer party at night. Either way, where they go, so goes the action.

While most of our activities are taught through the many contracts you may experience with Princess, there are a few that Princess may provide special training to help you gain that extra bit of knowledge and experience. Zumba is a cornerstone of our experience and Princess proudly provides training for you, free of charge, either on board or in your hometown. In addition, we foot the bill for your membership for the months that you're on board. Ever gaze at the wonderment and beauty of the night sky? Princess proudly offers Stargazing at Sea, a popular event that is run by some of our trained and qualified cruise staff. How does one receive this training? You guessed it, provided by classroom and practical training on board our ships from a real life astronomer. And that's just skimming the surface!

ACDs are officers on board the vessel, reporting to the Cruise Director. As such, they receive their own cabin accommodations, competitive wage within our industry and great team member health benefits.

Oh…and then there's the part about seeing the world and having a ton of fun while you're doing it!

Much like the Captain at the wheel guiding our vessels from port to port, the Cruise Director drives the pulse of our entertainment onboard. More than simply informing the ship about events, the Cruise Director experiences the entertainment alongside our guests. They're hosting shows, activities & events inside and outside, morning and night. Each morning they host, and often creatively control, The Wake Show, our shipwide morning TV show. At night you'll see them doing the "Issac" at our Love Boat Disco Deck Party. They also guide the chair-spinning excitement of 'The Voice of the Ocean', ask the hilarious questions in our 'Marriage Match' game show and much, much more.

Cruise Directors at Princess truly are the face and the voice of our entertainment experience. They spend little time in the office checking emails or filling out reports. Rather, they are on the floor with our guests as they make their way through the cruise adventure. Reporting to the onboard Entertainment Director, our Cruise Directors have a small group of direct reports known as the Cruise Staff. Together they not only deliver the entertainment program but also dedicate time each voyage to create new activities to be implemented in a way that keeps our offerings fresh.

With all this in mind a Princess Cruise Director must be bursting with charisma and charm, seasoned with theatrical talent and experienced in the art of stage delivery. In addition they must possess a magnetic sense of humor both "off the cuff" and "on-script."

The Cruise Director is a senior officer position on the ship with a great wage, officer accommodations and a "4 months on, 2 months off" work schedule.

Yes…it's possibly the greatest job on earth!

The Entertainment Director is ultimately responsible for the entire entertainment offering onboard. As the entertainment programmer they work with managers to schedule shows, activities, parties & performances in a manner that benefits both guest enjoyment and revenue. Under the guidance of shore side management they work to ensure brand pillars are delivered with the utmost attention to detail. As an executive officer they work with the Captain and others to ensure entertainment is delivered safely according to the many governing bodies that protect vacations at sea. All of this through a strategic and analytical lens using data from various sources to guide the product.

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I'm a cruise musician on an adults-only ship. I make $4,000 each month and get to travel the world — but there are drawbacks too.

• Jack Nolan, 32, is a guitar player who lives and works on a Virgin Voyages cruise ship.
• He makes $4,000 a month and has his living expenses covered by the cruise line.
• Nolan has traveled the world and documents his life onboard on TikTok.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with English musician Jack Nolan, 32, about his experiences living and working on cruise ships over the last seven years. Nolan runs a TikTok account detailing his life on the high seas. The following has been edited for length and clarity. 

I'm currently on the Valiant Lady, which is a Virgin Voyages ship. We're sailing around the Mediterranean for the summer.

Almost every day you wake up in a new place. It's amazing to have the opportunity to travel and get paid for it, as well. I don't think there are many jobs where you can meet so many people from all over the world. And we're all here to do the same thing, which is enjoy the perks of working on a cruise.

@jackcruisesaround Welcome to the manor, on @Virgin Voyages #themanor #virginvoyges #valiantlady #cruise #cruiseship #crewship #performance #guitar #guitarsolo #prince #purplerain #musiciansoftiktok #crewmember ♬ original sound - Jack Nolan - Cruise Ship Life

My passion for music led me to a life at sea

I grew up loving music. Ever since I was a kid, I was always into rock music and bands. My dad put a guitar in my hands when I was about 9 years old and taught me songs he knew from his favorite bands.

I went to university to study music and I met a bunch of musicians. From there, I joined bands. I was playing in wedding bands and original bands.

Then I met a drummer who was a bit older than me and had already been on the ships. He was starting his own cruise ship band and he asked me if I wanted to play guitar. 

Cruises don't directly hire the bands, they go through an agent. So, we just needed an initial in. Our drummer already knew the process of how to get a cruise ship gig , so he led the way. He knew that, as a brand new band, we needed to film some content to use to apply to the right agents.

We would rehearse and record as much of the rehearsal as possible. We even put on a gig ourselves and funded it just so we could record a crowd clapping between some of the songs.

It took a good four or five months of waiting. But luckily, it worked. It got us a gig on Celebrity Cruises. We were on Celebrity cruises from 2016 all the way until the start of 2022. After that, me and the keyboard player joined Virgin in May 2022.

I currently play guitar in a band on an adults-only ship

The bread and butter of our performances is playing as a five-piece band: guitar, drums, bass guitar, keyboards, and lead singer. 

We have a large rep of songs and genres that we play, a real mix of mid-tempo songs and upbeat tunes. We play everything from Elvis to Etta James to Bruno Mars to Daft Punk. 

We play two or three hours a day. They have us break into acoustic trios and duos and sometimes I do solo guitar sets. It's not strenuous at all. We have one day off each week, as well. 

It depends on if I've played late the night before, but sometimes I'll actually wake up around noon because we've played until almost 2 a.m.

If we're in port, I'll go out and explore. If it's a sea day, I'll hit up the gym. There's honestly so much free time, especially on this ship. It's quite incredible. 

We're playing usually from 5 or 6 p.m. throughout the evening. It's a very cool lifestyle. 

@jackcruisesaround ♬ original sound - Jack Nolan - Cruise Ship Life

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There's no kids on board. It's amazing. The people on here are in good spirits because there's no stress. People are just adults having fun.

They give us the freedom as performers to interact with the guests. They encourage us to go get drinks with them, to sit and chat with them, interact, and help them feel more immersed within the crew. 

I can easily save money because my living expenses are covered

We were making $3,000 a month on Celebrity. At the time, we thought that was great. But then we heard about Virgin. They were a new company and they were offering more money for musicians, so we were quick to jump ship.

As musicians, we're now making $4,000 a month.

Your rent, your board, your food onboard — it's all covered by the company. You save money so easily.

Being British and working for American cruise lines, we're paid in dollars and we're not taxed on those because we're not from the US and we're also living on a ship.

There's a thing called Seafarers' earning deduction . If you're from the UK and you're not living in the UK for more than half the year, then you don't need to pay income tax, as well. 

That's a really sweet part of being a full-time cruise ship musician, to save so much money. 

My favorite parts are traveling and meeting new people

I always get off the ship whenever we're in port, just for sanity. If you spend too much time on board, it kind of messes with your head.

We're one of the positions on board that is lucky enough to have so much downtime, so we can get off the ship usually whenever we want. 

Kangaroos in Australia; snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef; bungee jumping in New Zealand; sailing through the Norwegian fjords; taking quad bikes around Greece — it's been amazing to have the opportunity to travel to all these places and get paid for it, as well.

The downside is you only get a few hours to explore. You get to go to these amazing places, but you don't really get to immerse yourself in them.

But usually, these cruises are week-long and they repeat. So you can go back the next week to the same spots and find your local coffee spots, Wi-Fi spots, beaches, hangouts. 

And you learn so much when you're meeting people from all over the world, the different cultures they have, the experiences. I think that's my number one favorite thing. I've made friends for life.

But life at sea isn't always luxurious

Living in a small, windowless cabin can suck. It can be nice at times. It can feel cozy and you can nap at any time of the day because you haven't got daylight.

But if you miss daylight too much, it's not great.

@jackcruisesaround Tips to decompress on a cruise ship 💆‍♂️ #crewcabin #porthole #portholecruiseandtravel #cruiseshipcrew #cruiseship #crewship #cruiselife #cruiseshipstaff #virginvoyages #virginvoyagescrew #valiantlady #scarletlady #resilientlady #belowdeck #workingonacruiseship #cruiseshipjobs #cruisevlog #cruisetravel #royalcaribbean #carnivalcruise #msccruises #shiplife #cruisecrew #adultcruise #adultonlycruise #virginship #CruiseShipLife #celebritycruises #norweigancruise #cruiseshipmusician #traveltiktok #seafarer #worldtraveller ♬ original sound - Jack Nolan - Cruise Ship Life

Keeping up a long-distance relationship is extremely tough, too. I have a girlfriend and she's in LA. 

Luckily, the Wi-Fi on Virgin is free, so we get to FaceTime every night. But it does cut out at times, which is frustrating. The internet is often slow. 

My plan is to head over to California after this contract. I want to move on and keep my relationship healthy.  

There's no job quite like this one

If you're thinking about joining a ship and working as a performer, go for it , especially if you're young and you're single. It's a great time. 

Watch: This is what it takes to be a cruise ship performer

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