IKEA Culture

Start your day with a Hej!*

Our culture

Enthusiasm, togetherness, and a “get-it-done” attitude is what our culture is built upon. We’re optimists, constantly looking for new and better ways to do things. Whether it comes to designing a rocking chair that fits into a flat pack or creating LED light bulbs everyone can afford. Our values are the foundation of our work. They ensure that all of us have a comfortable place to be our best according to our diverse backgrounds and ideas.

*That's how we say “Hello” in Swedish!

Discover the career of your dreams.

Hear real stories from co-workers of different backgrounds, experiences, and journeys — all building careers with purpose, growth, and belonging at IKEA.

The future is yours to shape.

Meet Sean, who is excited about the growth opportunities and his future at IKEA.

IKEA supports your growth and empowers you to shape your future — no matter where you start, we care about where you’re going.

Be exactly yourself!

Meet Kenneth, who values the inclusive workplace and leadership support that he gets at IKEA.

Everybody’s different at IKEA — and that’s what we all have in common. When we’re free to be ourselves, we create better ideas, together. Embracing our differences helps us all grow.

Speak up and be heard!

Meet Christina, who values the equal opportunities, growth and diversity she has experienced at IKEA.

At IKEA, we believe everyone deserves fairness, equal opportunity, and the freedom to be themselves — because uniqueness makes us better.

We know that life experience can be as valuable as work experience in shaping your skills and strengths. No matter if you’re a people person, a tech-wiz or simply love home furnishings, there’s a place for you at IKEA U.S. Everyone’s contribution has the power to positively impact lives—and that’s what makes working at IKEA so much more than a job. Want to contribute, grow and share your personal strengths? Discover open roles today!

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Becoming a world leader in equality.

Diversity and inclusion

We value and celebrate individual differences and encourage our co-workers to be themselves because the uniqueness of each person makes IKEA better. We believe that being treated fairly and being given equal opportunities is a universal right, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, ethnicity, race, nationality, religion or any other dimension of one’s identity.

We recruit and welcome people from diverse groups, because a great mix of minds, talents, and personalities not only makes us stronger, wiser, and better, it also reflects our customer base worldwide. This is another way of making the IKEA vision to create a better everyday life for the many people, a reality.

Your uniqueness makes us better.

We value and celebrate individual differences. We encourage co-workers to be themselves. The uniqueness of each individual makes IKEA better. Being treated fairly and being given equal opportunities is a universal right. A great mix of minds, talents, and personalities makes us stronger, wiser, and better as it reflects our customer base worldwide.

Your uniqueness makes us better.

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Assembling a better life—starts with better benefits.

At IKEA U.S., we take care of our co-workers and their families—whether you’re full-time or part-time, hourly or salaried. Eligible family members include domestic partners and their children, because we believe everyone deserves support.

If you work at least 20 hours per week, you’re eligible for our full comprehensive benefits package. And if you work fewer than 20 hours? You’ll still have access to most of our benefits and perks—everything except Medical/Rx.

On average, co-workers become eligible for health care benefits in just 15 days. Because we think peace of mind shouldn’t have to wait.

At IKEA, every role comes with great benefits and perks — here are a few we’re proud of:

  • Parental leave

    Parents can have up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave. Because when you start a family, home is where you should be.

  • Co-worker discount

    Get a 15% co-worker discount on all merchandise as soon as you start.

  • Pet insurance

    IKEA helps you take good care of your furry and scaly friends. Works with any veterinarian, specialist, or emergency animal doctor worldwide.

  • IKEA meal deal

    Craving Swedish meatballs? IKEA co-workers can get those, and other delicious meals, in all stores and staff restaurants, for only $3 or $4.

  • Tack! retirement fund

    Tack! is the Swedish way to say “thank you”. With this reward program, we show our gratitude with tangible contributions deposited directly into your retirement Tack fund.

Want to see more? We know everyone’s needs are different — that’s why our benefits and perks support co-workers in building a better everyday life, with resources for financial security, well-being, and personal and professional growth.

    • Medical / Prescription
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Financial, mental and physical health resources
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • Life and AD&D insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Sick time
    • Parental leave
    • Bereavement leave
    • Disability (long and short term)
    • Holiday time
    • Jury duty
    • Personal leave of absence
    • Sabbatical
    • 401K plans
    • IKEA Tack! Retirement plan
    • Retiree recognition program
    • One IKEA Bonus
    • Adoption assistance
    • Kindercare discount
    • Safety shoe reimbursement
    • Travel assistance
    • WeCare emergency relief fund
    • Wisely Paycard
    • Co-worker IKEA discount
    • Co-worker meal deal
    • Co-worker Credit purchase program
    • Co-worker referral program
    • TaskRabbit discount
    • ChargePoint EV charging discount
    • Education assistance
    • Online learning
    • Dedicated time for skill-building 
    • Accident Insurance
    • Hospital indemnity program
    • Auto & home insurance
    • Critical illness insurance
    • Lifestyle discounts and deals
    • Identity theft coverage
    • Legal plan
    • Pet insurance
    • Purchasing power

Assemble the career of your dreams.

Do what you do best or explore what you’ve never done before.

People stay with IKEA for years and years. Exceptional career and learning possibilities are just some of the reasons why. Get the chance to bring out the best in yourself. Pick your path, build your skills and go wherever your increasing competence and curiosity lead you. Get the freedom to move to different sites in the U.S. or abroad. It’s all up to you.