Top 10 Top Employers & Careers in San Diego

Curated picks in San Diego, California, United States.

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#1 UC San Diego

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Research university and health system with campuses in La Jolla and region.

9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093

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#2 Sharp HealthCare

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Regional health system with hospitals and medical groups across San Diego County.

8695 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123

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#3 Qualcomm

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Semiconductor and wireless technology company headquartered in San Diego.

5775 Morehouse Dr, San Diego, CA 92121

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#4 County of San Diego

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County government with health, social services, and public safety.

1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92101

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#5 Scripps Health

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Nonprofit health system with hospitals and clinics across San Diego.

4275 Campus Point Ct, San Diego, CA 92121

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#6 General Atomics

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Defense and energy company with operations in San Diego.

3550 General Atomics Ct, San Diego, CA 92121

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#7 San Diego Unified School District

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Largest school district in the region with teaching and support roles.

4100 Normal St, San Diego, CA 92103

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#8 City of San Diego

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Municipal government with departments citywide.

202 C St, San Diego, CA 92101

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#9 Salk Institute

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Biological research institute in La Jolla.

10010 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

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#10 Northrop Grumman (San Diego)

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Major aerospace and defense employer with technical hiring across San Diego County.

9325 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best top employers & careers in San Diego?

The best options depend on your interests, time, and budget. Use this ranked list as a starting point, then narrow by location and opening hours.

How many top employers & careers should I plan in one day?

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Is this San Diego top employers & careers list good for first-time visitors?

Yes. The list is designed to help first-time visitors prioritize quality options quickly and build an efficient city plan.

What is the best area in San Diego for top employers & careers?

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