💼 Careers Around West Memphis

Live in West Memphis. Work Across the Region. Build Your Future Here.

West Memphis is more than just a great place to live—it’s a vibrant, welcoming community with all the small-town charm you want and just minutes from the big-city opportunities you need. With easy access to downtown Memphis, low cost of living, and a strong sense of pride in its neighborhoods, West Memphis offers the best of both worlds: calm, affordable living and proximity to one of the most dynamic metro areas in the region.

Welcome to a Program That Moves You—Literally.

Whether you’re eyeing an exciting role in Memphis, TN or already working somewhere nearby, the Careers Around West Memphis program helps you make your move across the river—and rewards you for it. If you land an in-person job paying $75,000 or more anywhere in or around West Memphis, and commit to living in West Memphis, AR, you could be eligible for a cash incentive of $5,000 (if renting) or $10,000 (if buying a home) to support your relocation.

This program is built for professionals in any industry—whether you're in healthcare, logistics, skilled trades, education, or anything in between—as long as your job is in-person and meets the $75,000 income requirement.

Opportunities Across Industries

Southern Indiana’s economy is built on stable, well-paying work across a range of industries — from defense and healthcare to advanced manufacturing and hospitality. Here are some of the top sectors and employers shaping the region’s workforce:

⚙️ Defense & Advanced Manufacturing – Anchored by NSA Crane, one of the region’s largest employers, with careers in engineering, logistics, and skilled trades. Partners like SCI REMC, Crane contractors, and the Battery Innovation Center in Greene County also hire for technical and support roles.

🏭 Fabrication & Machinery – A regional powerhouse led by Kimball International, MasterBrand Cabinets, Jasper Engines & Transmissions, and Best Home Furnishings. Other major employers like Berry Global, Indiana Furniture, and DMI Furniture strengthen the area’s advanced manufacturing base.

🚧 Construction & Skilled Trades – Reynolds Construction offers long-term careers in construction, project management, and trades, with a focus on teamwork and craftsmanship.

🚚 Logistics & Transportation – Menke Trucking leads in transportation and logistics, with roles in driving, maintenance, operations, and sales — supported by Southern Indiana’s strong highway network.

⚕️Healthcare & Behavioral Health – Top employers include Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center (Jasper), Daviess Community Hospital (Washington), and IU Health Bedford Hospital. Behavioral health providers Southern Hills Counseling Center and Centerstone of Indiana also offer rewarding careers.

⛲ Tourism & Hospitality – Natural attractions sustain strong hospitality employers like French Lick Resort, Paoli Peaks, and Patoka Lake Marina, offering both seasonal and year-round opportunities.

🌾 Agribusiness & Natural Resources – Employers such as Perdue Farms, Lehigh Hanson Cement, and Pike Lumber Company support jobs in agriculture, forestry, and environmental management.

🏛️ Public Service & Education – County governments, local schools, and colleges like Vincennes University Jasper Campus and Ivy Tech provide stable careers in education and community development.

✅ How to Get Started

Apply to the Program – Apply above to express your interest and tell us more about your background.

Verify or Secure a Local Job – Already working in Memphis or the surrounding area? Great! If not, we can help guide your search in the region.

Work With Our Team – Once you're approved, the MakeMyMove team and our West Memphis partners will walk alongside you as you explore housing, connect with the community, and finalize your move.