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Oak Brook, IL Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Few reposted listings (8% appear duplicated)

Oak Brook, IL job market overview (June 2026)

The Oak Brook, IL job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 152 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in retail associate and beauty advisor / stylist, with retail as the leading sector.

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 beauty advisor / stylist.
  • 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.

Top categories

  • Retail Associate15
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist14
  • Cook / Kitchen12
  • Server / Host7
  • Pharmacy6
  • Crew / Cashier4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Retail Salespersons8
  • Managers, All Other5
  • Human Resources Specialists1
  • Management Analysts1
  • Bartenders1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail117
  • Consumer Goods45
  • Food Service / Restaurants16
  • Professional Services9
  • Financial Services7
  • Technology5

Employment mix

  • Unspecified96 · 63%
  • Part-time35 · 23%
  • Full-time14 · 9%
  • Contract5 · 3%
  • Temporary1 · 1%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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