Início do Processo para Trabalhar em Navios de Cruzeiro.

Summary

In this video, Daniel shares his journey of applying to work on cruise ships, detailing his experiences with various agencies and the steps involved. He recounts his initial research, the application process, and interviews, including the challenges he faced and lessons learned. Daniel highlights his success in securing a position with Disney Cruise Lines, discussing the training, medical exams, and documents required. He also touches on the unique benefits of working with Disney compared to other companies, expressing his excitement about this opportunity and offering valuable insights for others considering a similar career path.

Takeaways

• 😀 Daniel created this YouTube channel to share his experience of working on cruise ships for the first time.
• 😀 He started his journey in November 2024, researching agencies that help connect people to cruise ship jobs in Brazil.
• 😀 Daniel registered with several agencies but only received responses from two: Infinity and ISMBR.
• 😀 His first interview with Infinity was on November 14, 2024. The interview was brief, and he was later informed he didn't continue with their process.
• 😀 One key mistake Daniel identified in his first interview was underestimating his salary expectations, which led to his rejection.
• 😀 On December 3, 2024, Daniel had a successful interview with ISMBR and was later selected to work with Disney Cruise Lines.
• 😀 Daniel believes Disney offers great benefits, such as covering course costs and paying for medical exams.
• 😀 He shared how he prepared for the Disney interview by practicing English pronunciation and researching common interview questions.
• 😀 After passing the Disney interview, Daniel submitted various documents, including his passport, recommendation letters, and a Marlins English test.
• 😀 He underwent a medical exam in January 2025, which Disney covered, and is now waiting for further steps, including obtaining a work visa for the U.S.
• 😀 Daniel feels he was lucky with his timing, as Disney plans to expand its fleet and is offering more opportunities for workers by the end of 2025.

Q & A

What motivated Daniel to start a YouTube channel?

Daniel started his YouTube channel to share his personal experience of working on cruise ships, particularly to show others what the process is like when doing it for the first time.

Which agencies did Daniel apply to for cruise ship jobs?

Daniel applied to several agencies, including Infinity, Valemar, Portside, Rosa dos Ventos, ISMBR, and C7. He received responses from Infinity and ISMBR.

What key advice does Daniel give regarding the application process?

Daniel advises that applicants should have their CV in English, formatted according to the European style, when applying to cruise ship companies.

What was the reason Daniel was not selected by Infinity?

Daniel was not selected by Infinity after his interview. He believes his mistake was stating an overly low salary expectation (around $1000), which was less than what the company typically offers. He later learned that salaries can start higher, but it’s important to enter the job first.

What did Daniel do to improve his chances in the interviews?

Daniel focused on improving his English pronunciation by watching movies, series, and playing video games. He also studied common interview questions and responses to be prepared for the interviews.

How did Daniel feel after his interview with ISMBR?

Daniel felt confident after his interview with ISMBR because he performed well and received an offer to work with Disney Cruise Lines the same day.

What were the next steps after Daniel was selected by Disney?

After being selected by Disney, Daniel started gathering necessary documents such as his passport, a letter of recommendation, and completed the Marlins English test with a high score. He then scheduled his medical exams and awaited further instructions from Disney.

What is the Marlins English test, and why was it important for Daniel?

The Marlins English test is an international English proficiency exam that applicants need to pass to be eligible for positions with cruise companies. Daniel scored 92%, which allowed him to proceed to the next stage of his application with Disney.

What kind of position is Daniel applying for with Disney Cruise Lines?

Daniel applied for a position as a Quick Service Attendant (a type of fast food restaurant staff), as his experience in fine dining was considered moderate, and Disney preferred candidates with five-star restaurant experience.

What has been the overall timeline for Daniel's application process?

Daniel started his application process in November 2024 and, by January 2025, had already gone through interviews, passed the Marlins test, completed medical exams, and was preparing for the next steps, such as applying for a work visa.