HOTEL OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
This program is for DECEMBER 2025, SPRING or SUMMER 2026 GRADS
Program Overview:
At Carnival Cruise Line, our Hotel Operations Leadership Development Program offers graduating students the unique opportunity to work on board one of our 29 ships. This program provides participants an exciting insider’s view of the hotel operations department of the world’s most popular cruise line. As part of the program, participants will choose an area of business to concentrate in for the 14-month program: departments include Guest Services and Carnival Adventures (Shore Excursions). Participants will work directly with team members and leadership while developing teamwork, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills. To begin your journey aboard a Carnival cruise ship is to enter a world of self-discovery, excitement and fun, where every day is a different adventure.
Program Requirements:
- Must be currently enrolled and attending an accredited college/university.
- Have a minimum cumulative 3.0 cumulative GPA out of a 4.0 scale, or local equivalent.
- Must be a graduating senior (or earning academic credit).
- Fluency in English communication, both verbal and written.
- Possess over 1½ years of experience in guest-facing roles within the hospitality or retail industry, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional guest service.
- Be at least 21 years of age or older by the start of the program.
- Be able to obtain the necessary travel documents and visas (including C1/D visas for non-American or Canadian applicants).
- Be able to commit to the full-term dates of the program.
- Pass all of Carnival Cruise Line’s pre-employment background and a Seafarer Medical Fitness examination.
Program Benefits:
- Paid, fixed monthly salary, paid bi-weekly.
- Shared cabin accommodation with on-suite and board included at no additional cost to the participant.
- Carnival Cruise Line will provide flights to and from the closest Carnival approved airport.
- Cost of Visa fees will be reimbursed onboard by Carnival Cruise Line.
- Professional and personal development opportunities offered through the Learning Resource Center (LRC) on ship.
- Professional training, dedicated mentorship, and cross-departmental learning opportunities.
