Explore Our Locations:
COLUMBIA
SOUTH CAROLINA
Embrace Adventure In A Growing City
Our headquarters in Columbia experienced significant growth in 2024, nearly doubling in size. Located in the heart of downtown on Main St., the office is just steps away from a vibrant array of restaurants, microbreweries, and shopping options.
Conveniently located next to our first and largest university partner, the University of South Carolina (USC), we engage in collaborative research with the USC Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing. Our partnership spans key areas such as Power and Energy Systems, Autonomous Systems and Sensors for Unmanned Ships, and Advanced Manufacturing, fostering strong connections with their esteemed faculty and students. Additionally, our collaboration with Benedict College, also in Columbia, enhances our research efforts and strengthens ties with their faculty and students.
A Growing Job Market
The No. 2 city for millennial movers*, home to a major research university, and a hub for entrepreneurs
The capital boasts a diverse economy with key sectors in healthcare, education, technology and manufacturing. The vibrant city houses significant employers such as USC, Prisma Health, Lexington Medical Center, and more.
An incoming swell of manufacturers like Cirba Solutions, Scout Motors, ABB, and e-VAC Magnetics have also opened facilities in Columbia, and the city is a popular destination for start-ups. Inc. Magazine included Columbia in its Top 50 Best U.S. Cities for starting a business. You’ll find endless opportunity to grow your career.
Columbia Highlights
- No. 5 workforce in the nation – CNBC
- No. 5 U.S. City for lowest startup costs – SmartAsset
- Top 5 U.S. City for high-tech employment growth – Bay Area Council Economic Institute
- 10 Great Places to Live – Kiplinger’s
Source: Columbia SC Economic Development
Affordable, Accessible Living
Enjoy a comfortable, connected lifestyle
The median home cost in Columbia is $142,700, less than the average for South Carolina and the U.S. Plus, located in the center of the state, Columbia is easily accessible to major markets. It’s less than three hours by car to Atlanta, Ga., Charlotte, N.C., Savannah, Ga., Greenville, S.C., and Charleston, S.C.
Furthermore, Columbia has the most public schools in the state, and the region is home to some of the best rated schools; and you’ll find four major hospital systems and a children’s hospital for high-quality care.
Rich in Culture and Recreation
When you’re not at work, Columbia has something for everyone
The city boasts an array of dining options, microbreweries, events, and outdoor activities. Explore scenic parks, enjoy recreational activities on the Congaree River, or immerse yourself in local history and art.
You’ll find an impressive arts scene with theater, music, and dance companies, and stunning venues like the Columbia Museum of Art and the Koger Center that host national exhibitions and performances.
“Columbia has a very bustling music scene, and unrecognized talent. So, going to music bars or going to venues, you can kind of see that talent in real time. And it’s a very, very beautiful thing.”
–Joshua Taylor, Software Engineer II, Integer Technologies
Explore Our Other Locations
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Gulfport, Mississippi
Washington, D.C.
*Columbia is the No. 2 city for millennial movers, a top 5 U.S. city for millennials for the last two years, according to Columbia SC Economic Development.
