Ensure the best possible preparation for an optimal start into your professional career. With AIDA as a partner, students and graduates with excellent performances receive an exceptional scholarship with individualized support and the best prospects for a promising career.
mong other things, the AIDA scholarship program covers "Cruise Engineers" and the AIDA Hotel Management Trainee programs.
AIDA uses this program to support graduates with a nautical and technical focus. During the last academic semesters these students will receive guidance and support on their way towards starting a fulfilling professional career as an operational maritime-technology, electro-technical or nautical officer on board the AIDA fleet. In addition, we support the scholarship holders in their professional and personal development as well as with the performance-based scholarship of up to EUR 500 per month.
The Cruise Engineers program also includes a six-month internship on board the AIDA fleet as well as a two-week maritime training program on the sail training ship "Großherzogin Elisabeth".
Furthermore, the academic program at the AIDA Academy in Rostock provides targeted development of management competencies and cruise-specific knowledge, including AIDA bridge and engine simulation training and management development programs.
Individualized support and advancement assistance round out the program.
 | 1. You are currently pursuing advanced studies in operational maritime technology, electrical engineering, communication technology or nautical science with excellent grades. |
| 2. You have already gained practical experience in the field and ideally you have already completed a technical or maritime-related apprenticeship program. |
| 3. You have a keen interest in modern maritime technology and cruise ships with innovative maritime technology. |
| 4. Your English skills are excellent. |
| 5. You also stand out with your confident personality, are able to quickly grasp new concepts, and you have an entrepreneurial spirit and sense of responsibility. |
During a 24-month trainee program, the participants are prepared for an upper management position in the hotel area on board our AIDA vessels.
You work in up to three stations in the hotel division such as the bar, restaurant, administration, provision and you will work directly in officer positions with leadership responsibilities.
In addition, management competencies and cruise-specific knowledge in exclusive development programs at the AIDA Academy will be particularly supported.
Individualized support through mentoring and coaching rounds out the program and prepares the participants on their path to department manager on board.
| 1. You have a (technical) university degree with a specialization in hotel/tourism management – ideally with a good to excellent final grade. |
| 2. This is augmented by at least two years of practical experience in the hotel industry. |
| 3. In addition, you have completed your education as a hotel management trainee. |
| 4. Your English and MS Office skills (Word & Excel) are excellent. |
| 5. Leadership experience and work experience abroad are a plus. |
