Jobs in Oak Brook, IL
133 active postings tracked in Oak Brook, IL · collapsed to 117 roles.
Oak Brook, IL Job Market Score
- Pay matches the national median ($19.51/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
- Few reposted listings (12% appear duplicated)
- Net hiring is positive (+19 this week — 19 added vs 0 removed)
Oak Brook, IL job market overview (May 2026)
The Oak Brook, IL job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 133 active job postings tracked here, 62% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in retail associate and cook / kitchen, with retail as the leading sector.
- 62% of postings in Oak Brook, IL have been open for more than 30 days, which may indicate slower hiring or reposted positions.
- 19 new postings have appeared this week — about 14% of currently-active listings.
- Half of active postings here have been open 49 days or fewer. The longest 10% have been open for 302+ days.
- 3% of postings list a salary range (4 of 133).
- Median advertised hourly rate is $19.51/hr, with 100% of disclosed-pay roles paid hourly.
- The most active employers right now are Costco, Macy's, and RH (Restoration Hardware).
What this means for job seekers
- Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
- Best opportunities are in retail associate and cook / kitchen.
- Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.
Oak Brook, IL job market
Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Oak Brook, IL.
- 133Active postings
- 19Posted this week
- 83Open 30+ days62% of active
- 1Remote / hybrid1% of active
- 3%List salary4 of 133
- 100%Hourly4 of disclosed
- —Median annual (max)
- $19.51/hrMedian hourly (max)
- 49dMedian agep90 302d (long tail)
Wages by category
Wages by employment type
Wages by sector
Top categories
- Retail Associate15
- Cook / Kitchen12
- Beauty Advisor / Stylist10
- Server / Host8
- Pharmacy6
- Food Service5
Top occupations (SOC)
- Retail Salespersons9
- Managers, All Other7
- Management Analysts2
- Fast Food and Counter Workers2
- Human Resources Specialists1
- Stockers and Order Fillers1
In-demand skills
Top sectors
- Retail104
- Consumer Goods42
- Food Service / Restaurants18
- Financial Services10
- Technology3
- Healthcare2
Employment mix
- Unspecified89 · 67%
- Part-time25 · 19%
- Full-time14 · 11%
- Contract3 · 2%
- Temporary1 · 1%
- Intern1 · 1%
Top hiring companies
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Recent postings
- Registered Client Relationship Analyst
Morgan Stanley · Oak Brook, IL · ms.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com
posted 4 weeks ago
- Retail Cosmetics Sales Leader - Prestige Beauty, Oak Brook Center - Full TimeBeauty Advisor / Stylist
Macy's · Oak Brook, IL · ebwh.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
posted 4 weeks ago
- Retail Cosmetics Sales Associate - Clarins, Oak Brook Center - Full TimeBeauty Advisor / Stylist
Macy's · Oak Brook, IL · ebwh.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
posted 1 month ago
- Prep CookCook / Kitchen× 2 openings
RH (Restoration Hardware) · Oak Brook, IL · hcqq.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- Starbucks Barista, Oak Brook Center - Part TimeBartender / Barista
Macy's · Oak Brook, IL · ebwh.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
posted 1 month ago
- Retail Commission Sales Associate - Fine Jewelry, Oak Brook Center - Full TimeRetail Associate
Macy's · Oak Brook, IL · ebwh.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
posted 1 month ago
- Beauty AdvisorBeauty Advisor / Stylist× 2 openings
Ulta Beauty · Oak Brook, IL · careers.ulta.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- Specialty Beauty Advisor - CliniqueBeauty Advisor / Stylist× 2 openings
Ulta Beauty · Oak Brook, IL · careers.ulta.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- Aerie - Stock Associate
American Eagle Outfitters · Oak Brook, IL · hcml.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
posted 1 month ago
- Interior Design Consultant× 2 openings
RH (Restoration Hardware) · Oak Brook, IL · hcqq.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- Catering LeadFood Service× 2 openings
Panera Bread · Oak Brook, Illinois, United States of America · careers.panerabread.com
most recent posted 6 months ago
- Salad and Sandwich MakerCook / Kitchen× 2 openings
Panera Bread · Oak Brook, Illinois, United States of America · careers.panerabread.com
most recent posted 6 months ago
- Restaurant Team Member - CashierFood Service× 2 openings
Panera Bread · Oak Brook, Illinois, United States of America · careers.panerabread.com
most recent posted 6 months ago
- Business Center Truck DriverTruck Driver (CDL)
Costco · Oak Brook, IL · careers.costco.com
posted 8 months ago
- Pharmacy Technician-CertifiedPharmacy
Costco · Oak Brook, IL · careers.costco.com
posted 10 months ago