Adobe Intern Community Guide - San Francisco

EXPLORE SAN FRANCISCO

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Table of Contents WELCOME TO SAN FRANCISCO……………………………………3 Congratulations on your Internship with Adobe! What to know about renting in San Francisco San Francisco At-a-Glance EXPLORE..………………………..……………………………………..4 Cole Valley Pacific Heights East Bay/Emeryville Peninsula/Redwood City RENT…………………………………………………………………….5

Dwellworks Direct Dwellworks Living Additional Resources

SETTLE …………………………………………………………….…….6

Leasing Tips Transportation Hospitals and Emergency Services Shopping Local Attractions Nightlife

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WELCOME TO SAN FRANCISCO

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR INTERNSHIP WITH ADOBE! We are so excited you will be joining us soon. The Bay Area is an amazing and diverse community with tons of activities to do and places to see. There are so many perks to living in this hub of creativity and innovation – access to new people, culture, food and technology, but with that comes the challenge of finding affordable housing. Rental home and apartment prices tend to be high in the Bay Area, so we recommend finding a roommate/housemate to split the cost of housing and utilities. Figure out where you want to live and get started on the search as early as you can. We have compiled some information to help get you oriented with your internship location. Our best advice is to keep your options open and be creative in your housing search! WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT RENTING IN SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco, “The City” to locals, is in northern California, and is the financial, cultural, and transportation center of the San Francisco Bay Area. It is the second-most densely populated city in the United States, after New York City. There is no multiple-listing rental service in the City and most brokers do not handle rentals (though there are services specifically focused on rental housing) so finding a rental property requires contacts and creativity. Craigslist is the most popular source for listings. However, the listed prices can sometimes rise considerably due to bidding wars among prospective tenants and the information is not always up to date. Property availability changes swiftly due to fast turnover in this very tight rental market. Although competition for properties has eased slightly since the pre- pandemic market, tenants must still be prepared to make quick decisions and have funds, credit reports, references, and proof of employment readily available.

SAN FRANCISCO AT A GLANCE

CONSIDERATIONS

FINDINGS

COMMENTS

Housing Availability

Low

Availability changes daily. Lowest vacancy during summer

Tenant Paid Real Estate Fees

Seldom

If there is an agent fee, it is usually one to two months’ rent

Typical Lease Length

12 Months

Typical Security Deposit

1 to 2 Months

Cannot legally be more than three months’ rent

Early Termination Clauses

Limited

Due to tight rental market

Negotiation of Lease Terms

Low

Extremely rare due to the tight rental market

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EXPLORE

COLE VALLEY Cole Valley has a peaceful and easy feeling about it. It is home to many young and multi-generational families as well as working professionals. There are more houses here than apartment buildings, but there are numerous homes that have been turned into flats and fourplexes. The biggest benefits of living here are the transportation options, many great restaurants, and proximity to Golden Gate Park. PACIFIC HEIGHTS Pacific Heights is a beautiful neighborhood full of old houses and elegant shopping. A favorite among tourists and locals for its upscale shopping and people-watching on Fillmore Street, Pacific Heights has a strong history as a residential area for well-to-do families. This area has remained relatively quiet and residential over the years with shopping as its main draw. EAST BAY, EMERYVILLE The small and homey city of Emeryville sits among the larger cities of Berkeley and Oakland and stretches down to the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay. Emeryville has experienced economic growth over recent years because of its proximity to San Francisco, the University of California, Berkeley, Silicon Valley, and other Bay area hubs. Housing in Emeryville varies from single-family homes to modern apartment complexes. Apartments throughout Emeryville vary in size, but you will find a good number of one-, two- and three-bedroom studio choices. PENINSULA, REDWOOD CITY The sign above downtown proclaiming Redwood City as “Climate Best by Government Test” isn’t just a gimmick. Before World War I, the government project tested for the world’s best climates, and Redwood City nabbed one of its top spots. The city is ideally positioned for commutes to both Silicon Valley and San Francisco.

New apartment communities are popping up rapidly and fit the lifestyle of young, working professionals.

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Need help finding a place to live during your internship? Not sure where to start or who to talk to? Dwellworks – in partnership with Altair and Adobe – is pleased to extend the following services to help you on your way.

DWELLWORKS DIRECT COST: SERVICES AS LOW AS $349

Dwellworks Direct is the most convenient, secure solution for self-paying customers who need quick, efficient, and affordable assistance from our on-the-ground experts. Seamlessly connect with the Dwellworks support team and get access to our menu of service options: from rental support to guidance on ‘living like a local – whatever you need, we’ve got you covered!

Visit www.dwellworksdirect.com to connect with our team or to start your service today!

DWELLWORKS LIVING COST: NO COST TO REVIEW PROPERTY OPTIONS

Dwellworks Living is the global corporate housing offering of Dwellworks, an award-winning provider of services for the globally mobile workforce. We combine the industry’s most extensive supply of corporate housing options, price points, and geographic locations, with tri-regional service coordination and the in- market expertise of local housing and customer service professionals.

Visit us at www.dwellworksliving.com to book a stay or connect with our team.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Prior to your start date, Adobe’s University Talent Team will share access to a Slack workspace called “Adobe Intern On-boarding” specifically for our interns in the US. The goal of using this Slack workspace is for interns to connect socially, find out about places to live in the area, and find roommates.

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SETTLE

LEASING TIPS - In a competitive rental market, bring a completed rental application, including all necessary documentation and a check for your security deposit when visiting the property. - Come prepared with enough funds to pay for the first month of rent, plus the deposit amount. Deposit requirements vary but can be equal to one-month rent (or more). - The landlord may require proof of earnings and availability of funds. - Be extra diligent when reviewing the lease from a private landlord. Unlike large apartment complexes, which generally have well established agreements, private landlords may be less experienced and may include unfavorable or unrealistic clauses. - Ask a family member, friend, or colleague to come along with you on the move-in inspection to have an extra set of eyes.

BE THOROUGH Be sure to review the lease! -

Rules about landlord access and your privacy

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Any maintenance required of tenant

- Payment of utilities (most but not all costs are typically tenant-paid)

BE PREPARED Many landlords and property management companies have very strict requirements for prospective tenants. Qualifying can at times be challenging and a bit frustrating. Most landlords will require some combination of these documents: - Identification - Letter of employment - Recent pay stub - Bank account information - Copy of your credit report

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TRANSPORTATION 511 Transit brings together route, schedule, and fare information for all transit services in the Bay Area. Whether you are a newcomer to the San Francisco region or have lived here for years, this website provides information that makes it easier to get around on public transit. Whether you need to look up a schedule, plan a transit trip, check where a route goes, or get information about a transit provider, you can do it all through the website. You can also build a transit itinerary that gets you where you want to go, when you want to go. Trains The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) connects the San Francisco Peninsula with Oakland, Berkeley, Fremont, Walnut Creek, Dublin/Pleasanton, and other cities in the East Bay. The Caltrain rail services link San Jose and San Francisco, with stops at various Peninsula cities and the San Francisco International Airport. Buses The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Muni) provides transit service within the city and county of San Francisco 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, operating historic streetcars, modern light rail vehicles, diesel buses, alternative fuel vehicles, electric trolley coaches, and the world-famous cable cars. Muni also offers a tool on its website that familiarizes new riders with the system and all it has to offer. Commuter Alternatives The Commuter Alternatives Program helps you find inexpensive, stress-free, and environmentally friendly ways to get to work. Some examples are listed below and may vary by your office location. - Up to $150 per month Commuter Checks for vanpools and transit systems. (Interns will be provided with a Commuter Check MasterCard with a Transit Value of $450 to be used during their internship.) - GOPass annual transit pass that provides unlimited, free rides to Caltrain. - Secure bicycle parking - Emergency Ride Home Program - Shuttle connection between Adobe San Francisco and the Civic Center BART station and the 4th & King Caltrain station - Special rates for ZipCar membership - Shuttle van from West Oakland/MacArthur BART to Emeryville office - After you start your Adobe internship, you will have access to the Adobe Fond program, which gives U.S. Adobe employees exclusive preferred pricing on over 850 products, services and, experiences, including rental cars

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HOSPITALS AND EMERGENCY SERVICES Numerous hospitals and emergency care centers serve San Francisco and its surrounding suburbs. From large, public clinics, to smaller establishments, care is never out of reach in San Francisco. Be sure to bring your insurance cards and know about your coverage. Key medical centers include: - Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center - California Pacific Medical Center - UCSF Medical Center Urgent Care Facilities For urgent, but not life-threatening, medical concerns that occur after hours, or cannot wait for an appointment with a regular physician, urgent care centers can be found throughout the area: - Care Practice - Golden Gate Urgent Care Many urgent care centers are open from the early morning until late in the evening during the week, and also maintain weekend and holiday hours. Just as with a visit to the doctor, an urgent care center will always need your insurance information. Although the staff will file a claim to receive payment from your health insurance provider, a co-pay may apply at the time of treatment. SHOPPING Shopping in the Bay Area offers a fantastic overall experience, even if you are not buying anything. These malls and shopping centers are just some of what San Francisco has to offer.

Westfield San Francisco Centre www.westfield.com/sanfrancisco A 9-story mall featuring over 170 shops & restaurants, a multiplex & a dome-covered atrium.

NorthPoint Centre www.northpointshoppingcenter.com/index.php Convenient for many shopping essentials including groceries, banking, dining, pharmacy, beauty, health and fitness needs. 24 Hour Fitness is available and located on the second level 24 x 7.

Local Shopping Try Haight Ashbury, Fillmore Street, Union Street, and Union Square.

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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS San Francisco Museum of Modern Art www.sfmoma.org

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is the largest museum of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area. The remarkable collection of paintings, sculpture, photography, architecture, design, and media arts is housed in an LEED Gold-certified building set in a free, art-filled public space open to all.

Golden Gate Bridge www.goldengatebridge.org

The iconic Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate, the one-mile-wide strait connecting San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The bridge is open for pedestrian, bicycle, and automobile/bus traffic.

Golden Gate Park https://sfrecpark.org/parks-open-spaces/golden-gate-park-guide

Golden Gate Park, located in San Francisco, California, United States, is a large urban park consisting of 1,017 acres of public grounds. It is administered by the San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department, which began in 1871 to oversee the development of Golden Gate Park. Painted Ladies The Instagram-ready, historic Alamo Square offers quintessential scenes of the city, including the famous ‘Victorian Painted Ladies’ of Postcard Row. This photogenic hilltop has appeared in numerous TV and film productions. Fisherman’s Wharf https://fishermanswharf.org Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf are a must on your list of your things to do in San Francisco, with sea lions, waterfront dining, street performers, live music, shopping, views of the bay and more. San Francisco Chinatown is the oldest and best-known Chinatown in North America. It is one of the top tourist attractions in San Francisco. You can use this site to learn more about the attractions, culture, history, and events in Chinatown and the Chinese American community. NIGHTLIFE If you’re looking for a night out, www.sftravel.com/explore/nightlife has options for just about anything you can think of. This website gives directions on where to find the best activities, dining, bars, shopping, events and museums! Chinatown www.sanfranciscochinatown.com

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