How do I start looking for work in the superyacht industry?
• Research the industry – Use the Internet – check out websites about superyachts and learn as much about the superyacht industry as you can. • Make a plan – Start your written superyacht career plan with a summary about what your future employers will expect from you and what you expect from this new career. Include definite steps towards achiving your goal along with a time-table. Be realistic and base your plan on what you can discover from the Internet. • Prepare a Resume/CV – You can research how to prepare a Resume on the internet. The Resume will “sell” your abilities to potential employers. You must include your last 10 years of work or schooling and the position you are seeking. Employers will want to see explanations for any gaps in employment and reasons for leaving your previous positions. This is an industry based on “commitment”, so individuals that have long term employment backgrounds will want to emphasize their loyalty to employers. • Register with crew agencies…. the
• Research the industry – Use the Internet – check out websites about superyachts and learn as much about the superyacht industry as you can. • Make a plan – Start your written superyacht career plan with a summary about what your future employers will expect from you and what you expect from this new career. Include definite steps towards achieving your goal along with a time-table. Be realistic and base your plan on what you can discover from the Internet. • Prepare a Resume/CV – You can research how to prepare a Resume on the internet. The Resume will “sell” your abilities to potential employers. You must include your last 10 years of work or schooling and the position you are seeking. Employers will want to see explanations for any gaps in employment and reasons for leaving your previous positions. This is an industry based on “commitment”, so individuals that have long term employment backgrounds will want to emphasize their loyalty to employers. • Register with crew agencies…. th
