AIDA employees in a meeting
AIDA building on the waterfront in Rostock

Working on shore


A workplace like no other

On shore, our teams work passionately on the processes behind the AIDA product. With innovative spirit and teamwork, we create the vacation experience that inspires our guests on board.

employees

approx. 1450

locations

2

training opportunities

individual

team culture

appreciative


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Our benefits: because your everyday life deserves more

With a wide range of benefits, we create conditions that empower you, relieve you and open up new perspectives - for a better quality of life and professional fulfillment.

Employee doing yoga


Our locations in Rostock and Hamburg


AIDA buildings in Rostock and Hamburg

All about our headquarters in Rostock


employees

approx. 700

office buildings

modern

from the workplace

water view

for employees

restaurant


AIDA Roomtour

Our headquarters in beautiful Rostock consists of four buildings, including the AIDAhome, silos 4 and 5 and the AIDA Customer Center. The offices are modern and located directly on the Warnow. Highlights include our staff restaurant and the rooftop terrace - both with water view. Our headquarters is easily accessible by car as well as by tram and free parking is available. For those who like to cycle to work, we offer a bicycle leasing program




Working ashore at AIDA

  • How much vacation do I receive as an employee at AIDA Cruises?

    Our employees receive 30 days of vacation per year.

    There are different conditions for our juniors (working students, interns, gap year trainess etc.), which will be individually discussed in the interview.

  • Is it possible to work from home as an employee at AIDA Cruises?

    AIDA offers all employees on shore the opportunity to flexibly take two home office days a week, as long as the tasks or operational processes of the department do not exclude to work from home.

    There are different conditions for our juniors (working students, interns, gap year trainess etc.), which will be individually discussed in the interview.

  • Is it possible to work part-time?

    We offer different working time models in full-time and part-time. The exact working hours and the possibility of working part-time depend on the respective position. Details are discussed in the application process.

  • Is there a collective agreement?

    Yes, there is a collective bargaining agreement. This contains the following main components: remuneration, remuneration for overtime, work on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, company pension scheme, 13th salary, working time regulations, time off from work, vacation, length of employment with the company.

  • Can overtime occur?

    In the case that our employees should work beyond their contractual hours, each employee has a working time account. Any overtime is collected in this account and can be compensated in free time if necessary.

  • Can I do an internship on shore?

    At our company headquarter in Rostock or our location in Hamburg, enrolled students can gain first practical experience in different departments as part of a six-month compulsory internship or a three-month voluntary internship. Whether in Marketing & Sales, Controlling & Finance, HR or other departments - interesting projects and challenges await our interns. You can find all open internships in our job offers.

  • Which apprenticeships does AIDA offer?

    We offer various apprenticeships on shore, such as the apprenticeship with a focus on e-commerce (m/f/d), office management (m/f/d), event organization (m/f/d) (offered every 3 years), dialogue marketing at the AIDA Customer Center (m/f/d) and the apprenticeship to become a travel agent for private and business travel (m/f/d) or an IT specialist (m/f/d) for system integration. If you would like to study, we offer the dual bachelor programs Business Administration in collaboration with the HSBA in Hamburg, Business Informatics in collaboration with the Nordakademie in Elmshorn or Nautics, Ship Electrical Engineering and Ship Operations Engineering in collaboration with the Hochschule Wismar. You can find all open study programs and apprenticeships in our job offers.

  • When should I apply for an apprenticeship/study program?

    You should apply for an apprenticeship or dual study program at least three quarters of a year to one year before the start date. The last certificate or half-yearly certificate is sufficient as a certificate. The vacancies will be announced in autumn before the start of the apprenticeship/dual study program in our career portal.


The AIDA Customer Center


employees

approx. 700

in Germany possible

100% home office

4 or 5 day week

flexible

career paths

dynamic


We share a great passion: to make holiday dreams come true. We don't just sell cruises, we spread a unique attitude to life and create unforgettable moments. Our home is the beautiful Rostock, but we are represented all over Germany. Despite the physical distance, our team spirit is boundless and we form a unit that carries the AIDA feeling into the world through creativity, cohesion and also virtual solidarity.



Working in the AIDA Customer Center

  • How can I imagine working in the AIDA Customer Center?

    The AIDA Customer Center offers a modern workplace with the latest technology, two screens and a headset. You will work in teams of up to 20 colleagues, supervised and guided by a supervisor and a deputy supervisor.

    Not in the mood for long journeys? You can also work from home. We provide you with technology and you decide flexibly whether you prefer to work from home or in the AIDA Customer Center. You can also combine the benefits of both and switch places of work flexibly.

  • How are the working hous in the AIDA Customer Center arranged?

    The employees of the AIDA Customer Center provide advice 365 days a year. The planning of your working time is strongly oriented to your needs and the needs of the company. You tell us when you want to work and we try to make the wish come true. It is not a rigid shift model, instead we arrange your contract hours flexibly and together with you. You can choose between a 4- or 5-day week.

  • Can overtime occur?

    In the case that our employees should work beyond their contractual hours, each employee has a working time account. Any overtime is collected in this account and can be compensated in free time if necessary.

  • How will I be prepared for the job at the AIDA Customer Center?

    Our employees attend training courses via an intensive digital training program. Theory and practice are combined in such a way that every employee can test and consolidate the knowledge they have learned.

  • How long does the training take?

    The compact induction phase consists of approx. 6-9 weeks. You can attend the virtual classroom from home. In these first weeks, you will build up detailed product and system user knowledge in various training modules, which you will consolidate in various practical exercises together with our mentors.

  • Can I get to know the ships?

    Visiting a ship is an essential part of your induction training. In addition, you have the opportunity to get to know individual ships on guided excursions in your free time. In order to explore our ships intensively, we offer you a vacation trip at special conditions. 

  • As an employee, will I receive further trainings or education after the onboarding?

    There are various training courses specially designed for the AIDA Customer Center that refresh and continuously develop both specialist knowledge and communicative skills. In this way, our employees can continue to train and specialize beyond their induction training.

  • Is there a collective agreement?

    Yes, there is a collective bargaining agreement. This contains the following main components: remuneration, remuneration for overtime, work on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, company pension scheme, 13th salary, working time regulations, time off from work, vacation, length of employment with the company.

  • Is vacation or Christmas bonus paid?

    After 6 months of employment, AIDA Customer Center employees receive a 13th salary. This is paid proportionately in June and November.

  • Is it possible to work from home?

    Don't want to drive long distances? You can also work at home. We provide you with technology and you can decide flexibly whether you prefer to work in your home office or in the AIDA customer center. You can also combine the advantages of both work locations and switch flexibly.

  • How much vacation will I receive?

    When you join the company, you will receive 28 days of vacation. The vacation entitlement increases to up to 30 days depending on the length of employment. The vacation stages are regulated in the collective agreement.

  • What contract options does the AIDA Customer Center offer for employment?

    In the AIDA Customer Center we offer permanent contracts with a 35h or 40h week in flexible shift planning (no rigid shift model).


Our location in Hamburg


employees

approx. 50

team

international

location

central

good connections

public transport



Working in the heart of the hanseatic city

Welcome to our Hamburg location - our entertainment headquarters in the vibrant St. Pauli district. This is where we passionately manage the entire entertainment program on board our ships. The international flair and creative environment make our Hamburg location an inspiring place for new professional horizons.

AIDA building in Hamburg


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