Jobs Worth Relocating to Bentonville, AR
Relocating can be an uncertain, yet exciting time. If you are looking to make a change and move to one of the fastest-growing areas in the country , Bentonville, AR just might be for you.
The Northwest Arkansas area is a hub of growth these days, and the job market is just as strong. The Natural State is home to many scenic wonders and top employers within industries including fine art, non-profit, education, information technology, logistics, and business and retail.
CAREERS IN BUSINESS, LOGISTICS, AND I.T.
Walmart:
Bentonville is home to the world’s largest retailer, Walmart, and its Home Office. The staff at Walmart come from wonderfully diverse demographic backgrounds . The company is 52.2% female and 37.5% ethnic minorities. The company also has an excellent employee retention rate with staff members staying for an average of 3.2 years. Home to over 2,300,000 employees worldwide, see Walmart’s current openings here.
J.B. Hunt:
J.B. Hunt Transport Services is an American transportation and logistics company located just a short commute from Bentonville in the town of Lowell, AR. Founded in 1961, J.B. Hunt has grown into the 80th largest trucking firm in the U.S. J.B. Hunt boasts a culture of inclusivity – recently adding an Inclusion Team to promote their core values. The VP of Inclusion Strategy at J.B. Hunt, Jermaine Oldham, says:
“We’ve got a great culture where they’re going to pour into you from a people perspective and you’re going to have an opportunity to grow. I personally have had a multitude of different roles in the company and have been afforded those opportunities. So, I encourage you to apply and become part of this great team that we are today. "
IBM:
IBM is, perhaps, the best-known computer company in the world. Although headquartered in Armonk, New York, IBM commands a strong presence in the IT realm in Northwest Arkansas. According to their website, they are dedicated to a culture of volunteering and giving, grant programs, and great retirement benefits. With job opportunities remote and in Bentonville, you can view their openings here .
CAREERS IN EDUCATION
University of Arkansas & Northwest Arkansas Community College:
Bentonville is home to award-winning education institutions, including University of Arkansas just a short drive away in Fayetteville, AR, with more than 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students; and Northwest Arkansas Community College , a public community college with its main campus in Bentonville.
The University of Arkansas is one of the largest employers in Northwest Arkansas and has recently been ranked the seventh fastest growing university in the nation and is consistently ranked among the top universities and best values in the United States. Their careers page is consistently being updated with new career opportunities here .
For a smaller, but no less empowering campus environment, Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) may be the right work environment for you. Boasting a highly diverse, affirmative action school, you can read more about jobs at NWACC here .
Bentonville Public Schools:
Although the Northwest Arkansas area may be well-known as a college town, the area is held in high regard for its public school system as well, offering competitive benefits for its staff.
You can browse the careers open in Bentonville K-12 here.
CAREERS IN THE ARTS/NON-PROFITS
Crystal Bridges & The Momentary:
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a relatively new organization, founded in 2011. Despite being fairly young, Crystal Bridges has rapidly evolved into a great place to work in Northwest Arkansas. In 2020, Crystal Bridges’ sister museum, The Momentary, was opened to the public. Serving the community as a contemporary art space in downtown Bentonville, The Momentary is continuing to grow its team and establish itself in the fine arts space in Northwest Arkansas. Browse career opportunities at two of Arkansas’ most beloved art museums .
Walton Family Foundation:
The Walton Family Foundation continues a philanthropic vision begun by Walmart founders Sam and Helen Walton. The foundation employs around 205 employees with an annual revenue of $6.5M . They post their job openings on their website here.
Didn’t find what you were looking for? No worries! This is by no means a comprehensive list – Bentonville has a growing, thriving economy offering careers in every field imaginable. We are sure you will find a job you love as much as you will love our beautiful new homes. Schuber Mitchell Homes is proud to be one of Northwest Arkansas's top Homebuilders.
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