| ody"> | | | | kind of vessel you'd like to sail on and when you're |
| If you're the "outdoorsy" type, prefer to work on a | | | | available to crew, things like salaries or whether you |
| team, have a positive attitude and are a confirmed | | | | will work a working holiday yacht cruise or as a |
| "people-person," you may fit right in as part of a | | | | voluntary crew member are largely non-negotiable, |
| yacht crew. Though jobs on most yachts are | | | | particularly for entry-level jobs. |
| seasonal or part-time (depending on when someone | | | | You can also work on shore-based jobs related to |
| rents it for a cruise), you will gain an incredible | | | | the yachting industry, such as outfitters or suppliers |
| amount of experience while sailing your work days | | | | for deck and overall yacht needs like linen services or |
| away. | | | | glassware. |
| A few yacht crew jobs include the following: | | | | And think about this: You pretty much get to decide |
| Chef/Cook | | | | ahead of time whether you'd prefer to work on |
| Diesel Mechanic | | | | Carver yachts, Catalina yachts, Seaward Yachts, |
| Flotilla Skipper | | | | Pershing Yachts, or pal up with a few friends on the |
| Host/Hostess | | | | ship of your choice. The other good thing about |
| Sailing Instructor | | | | yacht employment is that, because it is seasonal |
| You can apply for positions with private yachts; | | | | work, for the most part, there is a lot of turnover, |
| exploration ships that travel far and wide; commercial | | | | so you won't have to "paddle the waters" very long |
| vessels; or megayachts and superyachts, liners or | | | | while looking for a job! |
| tankers. But, where do you find these jobs, anyway? | | | | Another good tip to know is that vessel owners are |
| There are several yacht crew-finder services for | | | | usually very generous and pay their crew very good |
| vessel owners and employers around the world. | | | | (tax-free) wages, along with job "perks" such as the |
| Remember, this is a global industry, and though you'll | | | | obvious, like travel expenses and great |
| have full decision-making authority on things like what | | | | accommodations, plus a free vacation!! |