EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES IN THE

Rental Industry

An exciting future in the rental industry


As you make your way into the workforce, the Equipment and Event Rental Industry provides a path unlike any other. In rental, you can determine your own path in a fast paced, environmentally friendly industry, with unlimited lucrative jobs available to you.

In the Rental Industry you will have the opportunity to develop new skills in a variety of different positions to take your career to the next level and make a positive impact on the community. Becoming an American Rental Association (ARA) Student Member gives you free access to professional certification courses, over $143,000 in annual scholarships, more than 4000+ open job opportunities, and much more.

This $75+ billion industry (ARA Rentalytics™) consists of business owners and operators looking for hard working, creative individuals just like you to help build a better future for all!

Are you Born for This

Capturing the essence of the industry and its members, the American Rental Association (ARA) debuts a workforce development and member engagement campaign called Born for This.

“Whether you were literally born into the family business or were a kid that liked to set up tents or play with Tonka trucks, there is a place in this industry for you and with this campaign we really wanted to call that out,” says Tony Conant, ARA chief executive officer.

Benefits of becoming an ARA Student Member

The ARA Student Membership was specifically developed for the next generation of rental professionals, YOU. This FREE membership provides you with a place to learn, network, and advance your career.
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Work

ARA offers several career advancements resources but most importantly, you will have access to our exclusive industry job portal, so you have a direct line to over 4000+ open jobs and thousands of employers.
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Learn

Access equipment and event rental industry-specific training and professional certification programs (at no cost) through our online learning platform RentalU and have the opportunity to advance your education with over $143,000 in annual scholarship funds available.

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Network

ARA’s Young Professionals Network allows you to interact with peers in the rental community and gives you the opportunity to understand firsthand how the industry works. It’s NOT what you know, it’s who you know.

Rental opportunities located across North America

Joining ARA’s Student Membership in the Rental Industry opens the door to opportunities available across North America. No matter where you are or where you want to live, there are rental businesses with jobs you can explore and help you start your career.

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What professionals in the rental industry are saying

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This is my first job ever, and I think this has been the best place to learn.

– Janaya Moore
Peoria Rentals

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There’s always a challenge. There’s always a reward.

– Brittany Vruno
Crown Rental

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I can definitely see myself doing this for a long time.

– Tyler O’Bryant
Delux Tents & Events

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Number one, I’d recommend getting your foot in the door at a rental shop. Once you get in there, you’ll find out that the possibilities are endless.

– Paul Irwin
Delux Rental