When people think of college towns, places like Rexburg and Pocatello might not always come to mind—but both play a major role in the East Idaho job market.
With Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg and Idaho State University in Pocatello, these communities offer unique opportunities for job seekers.
Universities bring:
Thousands of students seeking part-time work
Faculty and administrative jobs
Support services like food, housing, and retail
This creates a steady demand for workers in both entry-level and professional roles.
In both Rexburg and Pocatello, many jobs are designed to fit student schedules.
Part-time opportunities include:
Retail and customer service
Food service
Campus jobs
Full-time opportunities include:
Healthcare roles (especially in Pocatello)
Administrative and university staff positions
Skilled trades and management roles
College towns offer a wide range of job types:
Entry-level roles: Ideal for students or those entering the workforce
Degree-required roles: Teaching, research, healthcare, and specialized fields
Experience-based roles: Management, technical, and skilled positions
Apply early—competition can increase when school is in session
Be flexible with scheduling
Highlight transferable skills like communication and reliability
Check local job boards like Hire East Idaho regularly
Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or long-time resident, these college towns offer a dynamic and evolving job market.