Selective Crew Recruitment

Your Career at Sea Starts Here

We are the #1 recruitment agency connecting skilled talent from Latin America with the world's leading cruise lines.

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Popular searches: Waiter, Chef, Housekeeping

Our Geographic Focus: Top Talent from Latin America

We source skilled professionals for remote and maritime roles from the following countries:

  • πŸ‡¨πŸ‡΄Colombia
  • πŸ‡¨πŸ‡±Chile
  • πŸ‡¦πŸ‡·Argentina
  • πŸ‡΅πŸ‡ͺPeru
  • πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨Ecuador
  • πŸ‡΅πŸ‡¦Panama
  • πŸ‡¨πŸ‡·Costa Rica
  • πŸ‡»πŸ‡ͺVenezuela
  • πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΎUruguay
  • πŸ‡©πŸ‡΄Dominican Republic

Our deep regional expertise is centered on connecting vibrant, skilled, and professional Spanish-speaking talent from Latin America with leading global companies.

By concentrating our efforts in these nations, we ensure a deep understanding of the local talent pool, enabling us to consistently provide our partners with exceptional candidates ready for successful careers.

Featured Cruise Ship Jobs

Explore featured roles for a career at sea.

Fine Jewelry Specialist

Starboard Cruise Services

Worldwide
6 Months
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Photographer

Norwegian Cruise Line

Worldwide
6-8 Months
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Duty-Free Sales Associate

Starboard Cruise Services

Worldwide
6 Months
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Assistant Retail Sales Manager

Starboard Cruise Services

Worldwide
6 Months
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Life Onboard: Tech & Communication

Staying connected and using modern tech at sea has never been easier. Here's what new crew members can expect in 2026.

Crew Wi-Fi

Most cruise lines now offer affordable, high-speed Wi-Fi plans for crew. Stream your favorite shows, video call family, and stay connected on your time off, even in the middle of the ocean.

Communication Apps

Apps like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Telegram are the primary way crew members communicate with family and friends back home. Reliable internet makes it simple to share photos and updates from your travels.

Shipboard Technology

From digital point-of-sale systems in the shops to crew management apps on your phone, technology streamlines your work. Expect to use modern tools that make your job more efficient and organized.

Trusted by Maritime Professionals

Hear what our users have to say about advancing their careers with Selective Crew.

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Ruben De Jesus Hernandez

Starboard Cruise Services Sales Associate

"Thanks to Selective Crew I am now working on a cruise ship. The agency is very professional and the staff is very friendly and helpful."

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Shalom Coba

Harding Retail Sales Associate

"Selective Crew helped me get a job on a cruise ship and now I am traveling the world. I recommend them 100%."

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Evelin Hidalgo

Retail Supervisor, Starboard

"Selective Crew is the best agency to get a job on a cruise ship. They are very professional and they help you throughout the process."

Crew Life Insights

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Cruise Ship Salaries 2026: Real Paychecks Revealed (Rankings & Tips)

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Join Our Global Talent Pool

Create a profile to get discovered by top cruise lines and concessionaires. Let your next opportunity find you.

Looking for World-Class Talent?

Whether for sea or for shore, we connect you with vetted, skilled professionals from Latin America. Explore our specialized staffing solutions.

Remote Opportunities for U.S. Companies

Our remote staffing services are currently on hold as we restructure our placement process. Please check back soon for updates on hiring remote talent.

ON HOLD
Virtual Assistant - Real Estate
Florida Realty Group
Remote (Colombia/LatAm)
EST
$1,200-1,800/month

Handle scheduling, client follow-ups, and CRM management for a busy real estate team.

ON HOLD
Bilingual Customer Support
Medical Practice (Texas)
Remote (Colombia/LatAm)
EST
$1,000-1,500/month

Answer patient calls, schedule appointments, and provide translation services.

ON HOLD
Real Estate ISA
Miami Realty Partners
Remote (Colombia/LatAm)
EST
$1,500-2,000/month

Call leads, qualify prospects, and schedule appointments for real estate agents.