
Welcome to the employment page of Chicago's First Lady Cruises, if you are interested in becoming a valued employee of a wonderful company you have found the right page!
We offer seasonal part-time and full-time positions as well as competitive wages.
Maritime experience is not necessary, just a love of Chicago is required. We offer training for all US Coast Guard / DOT required skills along with CPR and First Aid Training. You should be prepared for DOT drug testing and mandatory background checks upon acceptance of employment.
Current Opportunities
We are looking for motivated self-starters who enjoy working with people and portray a friendly image.
Mercury Cruiselines also offers landside jobs for those who really love working with people but would rather not cruise. We offer job training, but an outgoing personality is the key to securing a job with our hospitality and sales departments.
Deckhands:
If you enjoy boats & Chicago's waterfront, apply now and spend your summer cruising with us! FT/PT
Bartenders
Serve & Cruise. PT openings daytime tours or evening private charters.
Dock Security
FT/PT day time hours, in an outdoor work environment. Training provided. Must be a people person with strong verbal communication skills. We need your smiling face.
Guest Relations
Communication skills and an interest in working outdoors with the general public are necessary.

If you are interested in employment with us, please mail or fax us an application and/or resume to:
Mercury Cruiselines
Attn: Amy Mares
P.O. Box 68
Palatine, IL 60078
Fax: (847) 991-5255
Email: amares@cruisechicago.com
Thank you for your interest with our companies and we look forward to receiving your application!




