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Viking Nautical Apprenticeship Program: a new career oath to inland navigation
Viking, the world’s leading exploration company with over 26 years of experi- ence sailing through European rivers, has partnered with the Swiss and German governments on the Viking Nautical Apprenticeship Program. Now in its third edition, the program aims to prepare young people for successful careers in the inland navigation sector.
By the end of the three-year journey in the Viking Nautical Apprenticeship Program, each apprentice will receive a Nautical Specialist qualification and af- ter an additional six months of education they will become accredited as an Inland Shipping Captain, according to the new EU regulation.
Since knowledge of the rivers is cru- cial, most of the training—nine months per year—happens on board a Viking Longship®. The remainder of the training— fourteen weeks each year—takes place at a nautical school in Duisburg, Germany, where professors provide theoretical knowledge.
Sailing is not enough to become a success- ful captain. Leadership, communication, risk assessment, safety management, envi- ronmental awareness and language knowl- edge are also key skills; therefore, the last year of the program focuses on developing these skills and competencies. The leader- ship program teaches trainees how to suc- cessfully motivate and manage the crew
Apprenticeship Program and the apprentic- es’ progress are also closely monitored by the Swiss government to ensure the highest quality of education for the trainees. They also receive worldwide health insurance coverage during their apprenticeship.
Job stability is very important, yet can be difficult for most young people to find. The Viking Nautical Apprenticeship Program of- fers successful apprentices Swiss employ- ment contracts. This ensures that they have a secure job and a competitive salary aſter they complete the program.
Being a part of Viking means meeting a lot of interesting people and a chance to make friends from all over the world. On a river cruise ship, our nautical teams are joined by 50 more colleagues from differ- ent countries in the hotel department—all working together to deliver our award-win- ning product to almost 200 guests per river voyage.
To take part in the Viking Nautical Apprenticeship Program and join our nau- tical team, trainees need to be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, be an EU/EFTA passport holder and speak German and English.
on board. Moreover, various workshops and onsite company visits enhance the program.
During the onboard practical training, each apprentice is surrounded by instructors,
coaches and experts always ready to help, support and share their knowledge. Additionally, each trainee is assigned a tutor outside of the onboard environ- ment, who provides them with addition- al help and guidance. The Viking Nautical
To apply or learn more about the Viking Nautical Apprenticeship Program, please visit
vikingcareers.com.
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SET SAIL for you r c a r eer Set sail for a new career with Viking
Viking is the market leader in the river cruise industry and continues to add to its fleet each year. Join the Viking family now and experience for yourself why we are proud to have the most loyal and long-standing crew in the industry.
For our river ships we are looking to fill the following positions: CAPTAIN or 1st OFFICER
We are also pleased to consider applications from the freight or tanker shipping industry.
New hires will receive extensive training for their position. Apply today:
vikingcareers.com
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