Darlene Said:

what are some good job search websites youths?

We Answered:

eBay is a good option. Start selling stuff on it. It is flexible, easy to learn, and you can make good money.
You can work on your schedule and do as much as you need or want to. You can fit eBay in around other things in your life.

Mary Said:

I'm thinking about moving to San Francisco. What's it like?

We Answered:

If you love L.A. you cannot possibly like San Francisco, they are like two different states. But you should come up and see for yourself not take the word of people on YA. There are straight people in SF. Historically it was a more tolerant city and everyone is welcome. The apartments are about the same cost, gasoline is higher, food is higher. It is a small compact city and you get used to walking and taking a bus around. The weather is better and cleaner. The beaches are easy to park, they don't charge but it is too cold for swimming. There is a lot to see up here and you can get around faster than in L.A. The freeways are not as long and heavy. It is a whole different culture than L.A. The architecture is different, the people are more civilized, not so wacky and flaky.

Marilyn Said:

Will I able to get a job in USA after completing my ESL study at IIC, San Francisco?

We Answered:

You are already, by your own admission, ineligible for an F-1 visa.

Peter Said:

Know of any good residence hotels or temp. residences in San Francisco?

We Answered:

For sublets, you could try craigslist.org, but the timetable is very tight. And realistically, you might have to share to move in right away AND get a good rate.

As for hotels, San Francisco itself will be tough because of the steady stream of tourists coming in. I'd look into motels and mid-range hotels in the suburbs (Howard Johnson, Motel 6, Best Western, Holiday Inn, and what not). It's winter, and they aren't getting that much business any way. They might be willing to offer reasonable long term rates.

Practically anything in the bedroom communities of Contra Costa county (Orinda, Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord) is reasonably safe. With the exception of East Palo Alto, the Peninsula (Daly City, San Bruno, Millbrae, San Mateo/Redwood City, Mountain View) is also fine.

Although the Oakland/Berkeley area is closer to San Francisco, it is also a bit more dicey. I'd certainly consider certain neighborhoods, but be careful. Richmond is very dangerous, as are parts of Oakland itself. Some of the towns to the south of Oakland are also seedy (to a lesser extent).

There's no reason why you couldn't go to job interviews in San Francisco on BART or Caltrain from any of these places. Avoid trigger-happy traffic cops and parking fees... take the trains.

http://www.bart.gov/index.asp

http://www.caltrain.com/

Gerald Said:

Can anyone recommend an apartment referal website for San Francisco, CA?

We Answered:

www.Craigslist.org
go to SF, apt/housing.
you have search fields there.
It is probably the best place (website) for SF rentals.

Dwayne Said:

How difficult is it to find a job in San Francisco?

We Answered:

There are plenty of jobs in San Francsico. The problem is there are alot of applicants as well. The job market in the city is extremely competitive and you need to make yourself stand out from the rest of the pack. So getting a job can be difficult, unless you strategize, get aggressive / proactive and network.

Cost of living here in SF is absolutely ridiculous. To give you an idea, California's minium wage is $8 per hour with the exception to one city. Guess which one that is??? The minimum wage in San Francisco is $9.79, in order to keep up with the inflated prices against the other parts of the state. The city sales tax is 9.5%.... really high!

Price of rent varies depending on which district in the city you live in. Here is a site with the average cost per district in San Francisco. http://www.rentalguide.com/aboutthemarke… As you can see, the lowest for a one bedroom is $1500 dollars per month.

Price of food, transportation, utilities, recreation, ect are expensive as well. I earn approximately $6300 (gross pay) a month and I still struggle to get by to live comfortably. You may want to save up some money first and live outside the city tempoarily.

Good luck