When you are preparing answers for the interviewer's questions, emphasize the qualities you posses which are related to the position you are applying for. Offer answers which will leave the interviewer as if you are the only possible candidate for the position, but even more importantly, be honest. Here is a list of questions that you might be asked at the interview, also hints to help prepare your answers: 

• Tell us something about your self. Introduce your self.
This is most common question for a interview process. When they ask you this question you should start introducing yourself and let them know about your working experience. Include any universal values which you posses that can be applied to a multicultural work environment. The more you talk, the less they will ask you. This also shows that you can work in the customer service industry without issues of social and customers relations. 

• Why do you want to work on a ship/cruise industry? 
You enjoy meeting new people, travel, new cultures, and you are hard worker with positive attitude which is always welcomed in a multicultural environment. Working on a cruise ship means working with multinational crew and you are not just aware of that, but you embrace it and look forward to it.

• What makes you qualified for this position? 
Let them know about your background and your qualifications for position you are applying. 

• What are some of your strengths? 
Are you a hardworking, enthusiastic, motivated, and happy person? Do you have a positive outlook? 

• How would you describe yourself using one word? 
Use words such as positive, motivated, hardworking, or friendly. 

• What do you know about our cruise line? 
This is a good opportunity to show off your knowledge. Learn how many ships they have, what kind of awards the company has received, or at least some form of its history.


All cruise lines look for socially skilled employees. When you arrive at your interview, show patience and composure in waiting. If possible, try to get to know other people around you for many reasons. First, it shows that you are social person. Second, it shows leadership. Finally, it gives you opportunity to know your competition, or maybe even your future co-worker. If you are nervous, use a relaxation technique such as deep breathing. Avoid nervous habits like fidgeting, giggling, or biting your nails. 

When you meet the interviewer, shake his or her hand, and smile. 
Tips for a successful interview: 
• Dress conservatively, similar to the cruise line's uniform. 
• Grooming is very important for cruise companies (haircut, clean nails, and good breath are very important to them).
• Pay attention to detail. For example, polish your shoes or notice something interesting about the interviewer and start up a conversation yourself. 
• Women should wear nylons if wearing a skirt and the skirt should not be above the knees. 
• Do not wear an excessive amount of jewelry, a watch for the male and simple earrings, one ring, and one simple neckles for the ladies. 
• Do not chew gum or smoke. 
• Avoid controversial subjects such as politics, religion, war, and ethnocentric values. 
• If you must disagree do so calmly and classy. If you believe that something you know might be better than what the interviewer is presenting, such as certain information, make sure you have references to quote. 
• Do not speak negatively for past employers or colleagues, but if you do have to present a negative story in order to show how you fixed a problem and got acknowledgment from the past employers, do so, but make sure you use words which will present you in a positive light. 

Sense of humor, team work, and positive attitude is what interviewers are looking for. When you are about to answer one of the prepared questions, make a pause so you don’t sound as if you have rehearsed the answers. There are usually no right or wrong answers, just be relaxed and don’t panic. Remember, the interviewer traveled from the U. S. A. – most of the times – to meet you, not the other way around. If you get to the interview, you are good enough for them, all they want to see is if you are the person who has been presented on the paper/CV.