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Recruitment agents and cruise companies get thousands of Resumes / CV's every month. Because there are not too many positions available, the majority of Resumes / CV's are put aside. If you want to get the job on a cruise liner, you must have a good Resume / CV.
Your Resume / CV must be typed and printed. A handwritten Resumes / CV's never succeed. The Resume / CV must be written in English. Check for any typing or grammatical mistakes. Make sure to include your correct address and telephone number. A good Resume / CV should not be longer than 2 or 3 pages.
Most recruiters and employers will want you to submit an electonic versin of your Resume / CV. Make sure your Resume / CV is in one of the common file formats: DOC (Microsoft Word), RTF (most text editors), or PDF (Adobe Acrobat).
Your Resume / CV and cover letter should target a specific job. Describe your work experience, skills and education that directly relate to the position you're applying for. Don't just list what you have accomplished but also demonstrate how you can contribute to the passengers' cruise experience.
A good Resume / CV should include previous work experience, duties, responsibilities, awards, education achievements, degrees and certificates. When you list your academic background, begin with the highest education that you've achieved. Also, your employment history should be listed in reverse chronological order – beginning with your latest position. List the languages you speak and indicate the level (fluent, intermediate, basic).
Include 2 or 3 business references. The referring persons will be contacted and the references will be checked.
Enclose a cover letter with your Resume / CV. Briefly highlight your skills and education that are relevant to the position you are applying for. Address the letter to the recruitment agent or the personnel manager of the cruise company. Don't forget to sign the letter. If you're submitting your Resume / CV electronically, include the cover letter in the body of the email or in the specific field for covering letter if you're using an online form provided by the recruiter. Find out how to write a good cover letter.
Be persistent when you apply for a job but do not be annoying. Do not call the recruitment agents and personnel managers too often. Keep sending them Resume / CV updates.