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San Diego,
California
  San
Diego is the birthplace of California. In 1542,
Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo landed
in what is now San Diego Bay and claimed the area
for Spain. Today, San Diego is known for its picturesque
beaches, gorgeous scenery, warm and friendly people,
great economy and culturally diverse population.
San
Diego offers so much for professionals in a variety
of industries. The city is home to industries
such as high tech, manufacturing, retail, tourism,
construction, maritime, agriculture, defense and
military. This blending of employment opportunities
and a wide range of available activities makes
San Diego an excellent place to live and work.
San
Diegans have active lifestyles, so excellence
in healthcare is a top priority. San Diego's many
hospitals are sure to meet the specialized needs
of their patients with ease and expertise. Because
the region has above-average healthcare access,
a high number of doctors per capita and an impressive
ratio of family doctors to specialists, patients
can be fairly sure they are in good hands.
There
are six universities, 32 colleges, five community
colleges and 250 post-secondary schools in San
Diego County. The area's exceptional institutions
of higher learning have provided a focal point
for the establishment and growth of a San Diego
research-oriented community. The education system
here has provided the region with one of the most
skilled labor pools in the country.
There
is no doubt, San Diego has it all: a great climate,
diverse population, top-notch healthcare and education,
and a strong economic forecast. The area offers
a fairly low cost of living and a plethora of
industries, so for companies looking to relocate,
and individuals who are dreaming of the sun and
fun, this is the place to be.
KEY EMPLOYERS: BF Goodrich; County of San
Diego; Department of Defense; National Steel &
Shipbuilding; Qualcomm, Inc.; Science Applications
International Corporation; Scripps Memorial Hospital;
Sea World; Sempra Energy; Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical
Group; Sony Electronics, Inc.; University of California
at San Diego; University of San Diego; United
States Postal Service; San Diego Unified School
District; City of San Diego; Sony Technology Center;
San Diego State University; Children's Hospital
& Health Center; Ace Parking Management, Inc.;
Aerostructure Group; Sharp Healthcare; Bank of
America; VA San Diego Healthcare System; Barona
Casino; Pinkerton/Burns International Security
Services
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