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Job Start @ the Library
The San Diego Public Library provides computers and wireless Internet access. There are numerous circulating and reference books in libraries to support job seekers, including books on career guidance, job search, internships, apprenticeships, jobs abroad, resumes, interviews, cover letters, exam preparation, workplace rights, and much more.
For Branch Libraries hours and locations, please see our Location Information here.
Central Library
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Career Center
330 Park Blvd., 5th Floor - Room 555
San Diego, CA 92101
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 231-4289
The Bank of America Merrill Lynch Career Center offers job search and career development resources to all San Diego County job seekers, regardless of income or background—at no cost.
Regular Hours |
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| Monday | Temporarily Closed |
| Tuesday | Temporarily Closed |
| Wednesday | Temporarily Closed |
| Thursday | Temporarily Closed |
| Friday | Temporarily Closed |
San Diego Workforce Partnership
The San Diego Career Center Network is a local nonprofit employment support organization with 6 locations throughout San Diego County.
Career Centers in the county of San Diego:
- Metro Career Center | (619) 266-4200
4389 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113 - Bank of America Merrill Lynch Career Center | (619) 231-4289
330 Park Blvd., 5th Floor, Room 555, San Diego, CA 92101 - East County Career Center| (619) 873-9300
151 Van Houten Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020 - South County Career Center | (619) 628-0300
1111 Bay Blvd., Suite E, Chula Vista, CA 91911 - North County Coastal Career Center | (760) 631-6150
1949 Avenida del Oro, Suite 106, Oceanside, CA 92056 - North County Inland Career Center | (760) 740-5564
649 W. Mission Ave., Room 2400, Escondido, CA 92025
Local Classified Listing
- U-T Jobs - Career site of The San Diego Union-Tribune. Includes searchable classified ad listings and articles and advice on the local job market.
- Craigslist.org - Popular local community classifieds.
- Backpage.com - Listings partnered with the San Diego Reader and Job Giant.
- Jobing.com - Jobing.com is an employment site and producer of job fairs. They are partnered with local training and community organizations.
National Job Banks
- Indeed.com - Specialized and recommended search engine for unified searching across multiple job listing sites.
- Monster.com - Major job listing and career development site, with local and international operations.
- CareerBuilder.com - Major job listing service, partnered with hundreds of newspapers, web sites, and employment organizations.
Government Listings
- CalJOBS - Search job listings and post resumes for prospective employers. From California's Employment Development Department (EDD).
- City of San Diego Employment Opportunities
- County of San Diego - Department of Human Resources
- San Diego County Office of Education
- USAJOBS - The official job site of the U.S. Federal Government.
- America's Job Exchange - Commercial site partnered with state employment agencies.
Specialized Sources
- The Job-Hunt & Quintessential Careers directories each list specialized job boards by profession, industry, background, location, and more.
- SnagAJob.com - Specializes in part-time and hourly employment.
- U.S. Small Business Administration -Learn about SBA loan programs and business counseling services for entrepreneurs.
Starting Online
Background information on career paths, industry outlook, and companies gives you an advantage. Your local library has many resources on career topics. Many libraries also carry the San Diego Business Journal and the Book of Lists. Both are good sources for leads on companies that are growing in San Diego. Try these sources online:
- CareerOneStop.org (U.S. Dept. of Labor)
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- San Diego area Labor Market Information
Directories and How-To
- Job-Hunt & Quintessential Careers - Directories to all things job-search. Good for locating specialized resources by industry, profession, or topic.
- JobHuntersBible.com - Companion site to the classic career guidance book 'What Color is Your Parachute'.
JobNow/VetNow
Live online assistance for job seekers, veterans, and their families including job coaching, resume assistance, writing lab, tutoring and much more.
*Requires a San Diego Public Library Card*
Job Search Support
- San Diego Workforce Partnership and San Diego Public Library have a wide range of job search support resources.
- Goodwill Employment Centers provide free assistance with the job search, application, and interview process. Five locations throughout San Diego County. The main office is at: 3663 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110; 619-225-2200.
- 2·1·1 San Diego is an online directory of more than 2,000 agencies in San Diego County providing basic needs, employment support, training, legal, health, and other services. Phone: 211
- FindLocalHelp part of the Department of Labor's CareerOneStop network, is a directory of local service providers by topic and agency.
Employment/Staffing Agencies
- Day labor agencies contract workers for a single day's labor and some longer placements. Larger local day labor agencies include People Ready and Allied Forces.
- A comprehensive list of employment agencies can be found through Yellow Page listings or online.
Unemployment and Workplace Rights
- The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides unemployment claim filing and job search support. Telephone assistance at 1-800-300-5616. Claims can be filed online, by phone, fax, or mail, but not in person. Partnered offices support job search and provide phones and Internet access for filing, but do not process applications: in San Diego at 4389 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113; 619-266-4200.
- The California Department of Industrial Relations has additional information on workplace issues.
- The Legal Aid Society of San Diego offers clinics to assist with applications and hearings for social services.
Job Training
This is a partial listing of San Diego area training opportunities, with an emphasis on no- or low-cost providers. Training providers can also be found through counselors at WorkForce Partnership, numerous online and print promotional materials, and your local library.
- San Diego Community College District and Continuing Education - The San Diego Community College District includes City College, Mesa College, Miramar College, and six continuing education campuses. Courses include adult basic education, career technical training, computer, business, academic, and personal development programs.
- Other area community college districts include:
- Grossmont - Cuyamaca - 2 campuses
- Miracosta - 3 campuses
- Palomar - 9 campuses
- Southwestern - 4 campuses
- Extended Studies through SDSU, UCSD, and USD - Extended studies programs available through local universities offer vocational and certificate programs in a wide range of fields.
- Center for Employment Training - San Diego - Provides job training and placement in building maintenance, electronic assembly, and welding. Located in Grant Hill.
- Comprehensive Training Services - Provides certification, job training, and placement in computer, medical, and building industries. Located in City Heights and Imperial Beach.
- Occupational Training Services - Provides job training and placement in office and medical support. Located in Clairemont.
- San Diego and Imperial Counties Labor Council - Provides job search, technical skills training, and job search support resources.
A more complete list of training providers can be found through directories at 2·1·1 San Diego and California Employment Development Department (EDD).