Carnival Corporation & plc
Overview
Location: Miami, FL (Carnival Cruise Line Headquarters). Start Dates: January 2026 or July 2026. Program Type: Full-time, 18-month cohort-based rotational program. Ready to explore the business behind unforgettable vacations? The Leadership Development Program is a full-time rotational program located in Carnival Cruise Line’s Miami, FL headquarters designed to provide selected candidates with an in-depth experience rotating across three areas of our business over a total of 18 months. Selected candidates will sharpen their analytical and project skills while gaining real world experience in the cruise line industry. The goal of the program is to fast-track individuals into a successful career at Carnival Cruise Line with the knowledge and professional insight gained through this unique experience. Upon successful completion of the program, analysts transition into full-time opportunities at Carnival based on the experiences gained over the 18 months. What You’ll Gain
Cross-Functional Experience
– Rotate through three 6-month assignments in departments such as Finance, Marketing, Guest Experience, Itinerary Planning and more to explore Carnival’s business and discover your strengths. Skill Development
– Build analytical, strategic, and communication skills through technical training, business workshops, and hands-on projects—with regular feedback and coaching. Professional Connections
– Expand your network through cohort activities, executive sessions, and cross-department collaboration. Eligibility Requirements
Graduation Date
– December 2025 or May 2026 preferred (or within 1 year of graduation). Education
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Analytics, Engineering, or related fields from an accredited institution. Open to all majors with relevant experience. GPA
– Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. Internship Experience
– 1–2 professional internships demonstrating analytical project work and strategic planning or project management; leadership experience through team-based projects, internships, or personal initiatives. Required Qualifications
Strong interest in careers in
Business Analytics ,
Data Analytics , and
Project Management . Proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
and
PowerPoint . Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage across all levels of a professional organization. Collaborative, polished, and driven team player. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with or interest in analytics tools such as
Power BI ,
Tableau ,
SQL , or
SAS
or Project Management tools such as
MS Project
and
Smartsheet . Demonstrated leadership through campus involvement, student organizations, or volunteer work. Exposure to Microsoft Office Suite and basic project management methodologies. Examples of Rotations Offered
Itinerary Planning Analyst Help decide where to deploy one of the largest fleets in the cruise industry to maximize profitability. Learn about more than 100 global travel destinations and where Carnival’s guests prefer to go. Develop strategies to attract 5 million guests in North America and international markets annually. Guest Experience and Product Analyst Create models to benchmark guest satisfaction and driving behaviors of the guest experience. Identify driving experiences when cruising and devise changes that would improve onboard satisfaction outcomes. Analyze product offering between Carnival ships and competitors to identify opportunities to invest in additional products and services onboard. CRM & Marketing Analyst Collect, analyze, and summarize data using analytics tools to derive insights and highlight CRM performance. Use advanced tools to determine which potential guests are eligible for targeted offers. Design, implement, and track programs to attract specific guests to purchase tickets and drive onboard revenue performance. Business Intelligence Analyst Analyze and improve targeting of guests in Carnival’s guest database to enhance booking conversion on targeted offers. Develop tools to extract, transform and analyze data, using Python, Google Analytics, SAS, and Tableau. Analyze and improve tags on .com for cleaner analytics and reporting. Shipboard Operations Financial Analyst Assist in the creation of financial models for Carnival’s next generation ships and multi-million dollar vessel refurbishments. Create dynamic analytical tools that measure Carnival’s ROI for innovative programs. Partner with senior management on the bottoms-up development of Carnival’s annual budget. About Carnival
Carnival Corporation & plc is a global cruise company and one of the largest vacation companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises, and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; and Costa Cruises in Southern Europe. Combined, our vacation companies attract ten million guests annually. For more on Carnival’s culture and values and careers information, visit Carnival.com/careers. Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law. About Us: At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to consistently deliver safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. We offer a variety of unique experiences across our fleet, ensuring that every voyage is filled with excitement and discovery. Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference. More information on ethics and compliance is available via the posted posters and links for EEO/OFCCP compliance. This job description is provided for informational purposes and may be subject to change.
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Location: Miami, FL (Carnival Cruise Line Headquarters). Start Dates: January 2026 or July 2026. Program Type: Full-time, 18-month cohort-based rotational program. Ready to explore the business behind unforgettable vacations? The Leadership Development Program is a full-time rotational program located in Carnival Cruise Line’s Miami, FL headquarters designed to provide selected candidates with an in-depth experience rotating across three areas of our business over a total of 18 months. Selected candidates will sharpen their analytical and project skills while gaining real world experience in the cruise line industry. The goal of the program is to fast-track individuals into a successful career at Carnival Cruise Line with the knowledge and professional insight gained through this unique experience. Upon successful completion of the program, analysts transition into full-time opportunities at Carnival based on the experiences gained over the 18 months. What You’ll Gain
Cross-Functional Experience
– Rotate through three 6-month assignments in departments such as Finance, Marketing, Guest Experience, Itinerary Planning and more to explore Carnival’s business and discover your strengths. Skill Development
– Build analytical, strategic, and communication skills through technical training, business workshops, and hands-on projects—with regular feedback and coaching. Professional Connections
– Expand your network through cohort activities, executive sessions, and cross-department collaboration. Eligibility Requirements
Graduation Date
– December 2025 or May 2026 preferred (or within 1 year of graduation). Education
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Analytics, Engineering, or related fields from an accredited institution. Open to all majors with relevant experience. GPA
– Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. Internship Experience
– 1–2 professional internships demonstrating analytical project work and strategic planning or project management; leadership experience through team-based projects, internships, or personal initiatives. Required Qualifications
Strong interest in careers in
Business Analytics ,
Data Analytics , and
Project Management . Proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
and
PowerPoint . Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage across all levels of a professional organization. Collaborative, polished, and driven team player. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with or interest in analytics tools such as
Power BI ,
Tableau ,
SQL , or
SAS
or Project Management tools such as
MS Project
and
Smartsheet . Demonstrated leadership through campus involvement, student organizations, or volunteer work. Exposure to Microsoft Office Suite and basic project management methodologies. Examples of Rotations Offered
Itinerary Planning Analyst Help decide where to deploy one of the largest fleets in the cruise industry to maximize profitability. Learn about more than 100 global travel destinations and where Carnival’s guests prefer to go. Develop strategies to attract 5 million guests in North America and international markets annually. Guest Experience and Product Analyst Create models to benchmark guest satisfaction and driving behaviors of the guest experience. Identify driving experiences when cruising and devise changes that would improve onboard satisfaction outcomes. Analyze product offering between Carnival ships and competitors to identify opportunities to invest in additional products and services onboard. CRM & Marketing Analyst Collect, analyze, and summarize data using analytics tools to derive insights and highlight CRM performance. Use advanced tools to determine which potential guests are eligible for targeted offers. Design, implement, and track programs to attract specific guests to purchase tickets and drive onboard revenue performance. Business Intelligence Analyst Analyze and improve targeting of guests in Carnival’s guest database to enhance booking conversion on targeted offers. Develop tools to extract, transform and analyze data, using Python, Google Analytics, SAS, and Tableau. Analyze and improve tags on .com for cleaner analytics and reporting. Shipboard Operations Financial Analyst Assist in the creation of financial models for Carnival’s next generation ships and multi-million dollar vessel refurbishments. Create dynamic analytical tools that measure Carnival’s ROI for innovative programs. Partner with senior management on the bottoms-up development of Carnival’s annual budget. About Carnival
Carnival Corporation & plc is a global cruise company and one of the largest vacation companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises, and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; and Costa Cruises in Southern Europe. Combined, our vacation companies attract ten million guests annually. For more on Carnival’s culture and values and careers information, visit Carnival.com/careers. Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law. About Us: At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to consistently deliver safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. We offer a variety of unique experiences across our fleet, ensuring that every voyage is filled with excitement and discovery. Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference. More information on ethics and compliance is available via the posted posters and links for EEO/OFCCP compliance. This job description is provided for informational purposes and may be subject to change.
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