Want a job on a cruise ship? Government can help.

The Ministry of Home Affairs announced today that it would be hosting an employment orientation sessions on March 26 and 27 for those interested in working in the cruise line industry.

Among the vacant positions are those for cooks, bar servers, bartenders, waiter servers and stateroom attendants.

Last year the Ministry partnered with Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) to introduce employment opportunities which afforded Bermudians a chance to work on board one of the company’s ships.

The initiative was a pledge from the 2013 Throne Speech. And as a result of the recruitment drive last year, seven Bermudians secured jobs on board NCL ships.

This year the Ministry will partner with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.

Later this month, representatives from RCCL’s Human Resources Office will be on the Island to provide an overview of the jobs available, outline the criteria for prospective applicants, review employment applications and begin the interview process.

The employment briefings will take place on March 26 and 27 at Pier Six (lower cruise ship terminal) from 10.00am to 4.00pm both days with interviews following.

Minister of Home Affairs Michael Fahy said: “The public will recall that when I originally announced the cruise ship employment initiative in March, 2013, I stated at the time that we were actively working with our cruise partners to establish a local employment office liaison relationship with a view to securing employment opportunities across all professions with those cruise companies that service Bermuda.

“Last year, we partnered with Norwegian Cruise Lines and had some success with seven Bermudians obtaining jobs with the cruise line.

“This year we are delighted to continue this unique employment opportunity by partnering with RCCL. And I am encouraging any Bermudian who is interested in working in the hospitality industry and who is keen to embark on an adventure of a lifetime, to attend our orientation sessions later this month.”

For more information, those interested should visit the Department of Workforce Development or visit the following weblinks to view the job descriptions and fill out an online application form:

www.azamaracareersatsea.com

www.celebritycareersatsea.com

www.royalcareersatsea.com

To register for the upcoming orientation sessions visit www.gov.bm.

The Department of Workforce Development encourages those who attend the orientation sessions to bring copies of their resumes, reference letters and to dress appropriately in business attire.