Feeling Job Scammed?
Don't Panic.
A free checklist to detect job scam. Select your current stage to identify a potential job scam.
Initial Contact and Verifying Legitimacy
At this stage, scammers reach out with unsolicited job offers, posing as legitimate recruiters or organizations. These early interactions are designed to lure you in by offering attractive jobs that often seem too good to be true.
The goal here is to verify the legitimacy of the job offer before moving on with the process.
Initial Contact and Verifying Legitimacy
At this stage, scammers reach out with unsolicited job offers, posing as legitimate recruiters or organizations. These early interactions are designed to lure you in by offering attractive jobs that often seem too good to be true.
The goal here is to verify the legitimacy of the job offer before moving on with the process.
Initial Contact and Verifying Legitimacy
At this stage, scammers reach out with unsolicited job offers, posing as legitimate recruiters or organizations. These early interactions are designed to lure you in by offering attractive jobs that often seem too good to be true.
The goal here is to verify the legitimacy of the job offer before moving on with the process.
Initial Contact and Verifying Legitimacy
At this stage, scammers reach out with unsolicited job offers, posing as legitimate recruiters or organizations. These early interactions are designed to lure you in by offering attractive jobs that often seem too good to be true.
The goal here is to verify the legitimacy of the job offer before moving on with the process.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers@company.com vs. company@careers.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers@company.com vs. company@careers.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers@company.com vs. company@careers.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers@company.com vs. company@careers.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers.company@gmail.com or careers@company.xyz.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers.company@gmail.com or careers@company.xyz.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Contact Legitimacy
Is the email domain or phone number legitimate?
High Indicator
Check if the email domain is a slight variation of the real company’s domain (e.g., careers.company@gmail.com or careers@company.xyz.com).
Use whois.com or other domain lookup tools to verify the age of company vs. registration of the domain.
If suspicious, do not respond or provide any information.
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Address Legitimacy
Does the company have a physical address or legitimate office location?
High Indicator
Look up the address provided by the recruiter in Google Maps.
Confirm if it’s a legitimate office building.
If there’s no proper office location or the address looks dubious, treat it as a red flag
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Government Official
Are you being contacted by someone claiming to be a government official?
Moderate Indicator
Verify if the agency contacting you uses an official .gov domain.
Call the agency directly using contact information from their official website.
Government agencies won’t call you directly for employment issues. If they call, hang up and verify through official channels.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Missing Job
Is the job posting missing from the company’s official website?
Moderate Indicator
Visit the company’s official careers page and search for the job listing.
Contact the company’s HR department to confirm the job posting.
If the job isn’t posted on their site, it could be fake.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Unsolicited Offer
Did you receive an unsolicited job offer via email, text, or call?
Low Indicator
Verify if you applied for the job - Check your email for applications or Linkedin for profile views.
Review the company’s social media presence and any active posts about jobs. (LinkedIn, Glassdoor).
If unsolicited, proceed cautiously, as this could be a phishing attempt.
Scammers and Their Tactics
At this stage, scammers are likely trying to engage you further, either by luring you with attractive offers or by scaring you into taking quick action. They may extend the conversation through interviews, subsequent calls, or additional communications.
The goal of this stage is to help you identify the type of scam you're dealing with and recognize the red flags before sharing any personal or financial information.
Scammers and Their Tactics
At this stage, scammers are likely trying to engage you further, either by luring you with attractive offers or by scaring you into taking quick action. They may extend the conversation through interviews, subsequent calls, or additional communications.
The goal of this stage is to help you identify the type of scam you're dealing with and recognize the red flags before sharing any personal or financial information.
Scammers and Their Tactics
At this stage, scammers are likely trying to engage you further, either by luring you with attractive offers or by scaring you into taking quick action. They may extend the conversation through interviews, subsequent calls, or additional communications.
The goal of this stage is to help you identify the type of scam you're dealing with and recognize the red flags before sharing any personal or financial information.
Scammers and Their Tactics
At this stage, scammers are likely trying to engage you further, either by luring you with attractive offers or by scaring you into taking quick action. They may extend the conversation through interviews, subsequent calls, or additional communications.
The goal of this stage is to help you identify the type of scam you're dealing with and recognize the red flags before sharing any personal or financial information.
Sub Category 1
Impersonating Government Agencies
These scammers will pretend to be officials from agencies like USCIS, the Department of Labor, or the DMV. They often create a sense of fear and urgency, claiming visa issues, legal problems, or the need for immediate action to avoid consequences.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Identification over Phone/Email
Did they request personal identification like your SSN, EAD, or passport?
High Indicator
Government agencies don’t request personal information like SSNs or work permits over email or phone.
If you've shared these documents, contact the appropriate agency to secure your information.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC immediately if your visa, SSN, or EAD was shared.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Quick Action
Did they claim to be from a government agency and scare you to act quickly?
High Indicator
Legitimate government agencies won’t call you for employment-related issues.
Verify any claims by visiting the official agency website and using contact information from there.
If You Are an International Student: Contact your ISSC to report any suspicious comms. regarding visas or immigration status.
Sub Category 2
Fraud Recruiters (Impersonating Legitimate Companies)
These scammers impersonate recruiters from well-known companies, offering attractive job offers with little effort or interview process. They often use professional language and branding but fail to provide verification or clear communication when pressed.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Early Identity Request
Did they request your personal information or bank details for onboarding without confirmation of employment?
High Indicator
Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive information like SSNs or bank details until later in the hiring process.
If you’re asked for details before a job offer is confirmed, it’s likely a scam.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Being Invisible
Did they avoid providing profile verification through professional platforms like LinkedIn?
Moderate Indicator
Ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn or subtly verify their identity through other professional channels.
If they avoid this or can’t provide verification, consider it a red flag.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Meaningless Offer
Did they offer a job without any meaningful interview or due diligence?
Moderate Indicator
Reflect on the process—was a job offer given without proper interviews or interaction?
Legitimate recruiters follow a structured process, including interviews.
Sub Category 3
Shady Consultancies & Fraud Consultancies
These consultancies often promise job placements, visa assistance, or resume enhancements. While some appear legitimate, they may ask for money upfront, request sensitive information, or encourage unethical practices like falsifying resumes.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Irrelevant Interview
Did they conduct an interview with irrelevant questions or no interview at all?
High Indicator
If the interview process seems too simple or doesn’t focus on your qualifications, it’s a red flag.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Payment for Employment
Did they ask for upfront payments to help you secure employment?
Moderate Indicator
If they ask for money for services such as resume enhancements or profile marketing and promise a job, it’s likely a scam.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Falsifying Credentials
Did they offer to falsify your resume or credentials?
Moderate Indicator
Be wary of any consultancy offering to boost your resume with fake experience.
Engaging in this could lead to immigration consequences or harm your professional reputation.
Sub Category 4
Resume Harvesters
These actors collect resumes and personal information from job seekers, often for use in future scams or identity theft. They may post fake job ads and encourage you to apply without clear job details.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Being Invisible
Did they ask for personal details early in the process, without confirming the job role?
High Indicator
Scammers may request personal information such as your address or SSN before even discussing the role.
Be cautious if asked for personal details early on without a confirmed job.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Irrelevant Interview
Did you submit your resume to a job posting with vague or no job description?
Moderate Indicator
Always review job postings for specific details about the role and requirements.
Scammers often use fake job ads to gather resumes and personal data.
Scam Confirmed, and Immediate Actions
At this stage, you may have already shared personal information, such as your SSN, passport, or bank details. Scammers may have ghosted you or disappeared after receiving what they wanted.
This stage focuses on taking immediate action to protect yourself and prevent further harm.
Scam Confirmed, and Immediate Actions
At this stage, you may have already shared personal information, such as your SSN, passport, or bank details. Scammers may have ghosted you or disappeared after receiving what they wanted.
This stage focuses on taking immediate action to protect yourself and prevent further harm.
Scam Confirmed, and Immediate Actions
At this stage, you may have already shared personal information, such as your SSN, passport, or bank details. Scammers may have ghosted you or disappeared after receiving what they wanted.
This stage focuses on taking immediate action to protect yourself and prevent further harm.
Scam Confirmed, and Immediate Actions
At this stage, you may have already shared personal information, such as your SSN, passport, or bank details. Scammers may have ghosted you or disappeared after receiving what they wanted.
This stage focuses on taking immediate action to protect yourself and prevent further harm.
Identity Leak
Did you provide any personal identification, like your SSN, driver’s license, or passport?
If your SSN was given, contact the SSA to lock your SSN.
For driver’s license or passport, notify the DMV or passport authority.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC if your passport, SSN, or work permit (EAD) has been compromised.
Identity Leak
Did you provide any personal identification, like your SSN, driver’s license, or passport?
If your SSN was given, contact the SSA to lock your SSN.
For driver’s license or passport, notify the DMV or passport authority.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC if your passport, SSN, or work permit (EAD) has been compromised.
Identity Leak
Did you provide any personal identification, like your SSN, driver’s license, or passport?
If your SSN was given, contact the SSA to lock your SSN.
For driver’s license or passport, notify the DMV or passport authority.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC if your passport, SSN, or work permit (EAD) has been compromised.
Identity Leak
Did you provide any personal identification, like your SSN, driver’s license, or passport?
If your SSN was given, contact the SSA to lock your SSN.
For driver’s license or passport, notify the DMV or passport authority.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC if your passport, SSN, or work permit (EAD) has been compromised.
Financial Leak
Did you give out your bank details or credit card information?
Immediately contact your bank to freeze your account or lock your card.
Monitor your account for any suspicious activity.
Financial Leak
Did you give out your bank details or credit card information?
Immediately contact your bank to freeze your account or lock your card.
Monitor your account for any suspicious activity.
Financial Leak
Did you give out your bank details or credit card information?
Immediately contact your bank to freeze your account or lock your card.
Monitor your account for any suspicious activity.
Financial Leak
Did you give out your bank details or credit card information?
Immediately contact your bank to freeze your account or lock your card.
Monitor your account for any suspicious activity.
Paid & Ghosted
Did the recruiter disappear after you made a payment or provided sensitive information?
Report the fraud to your bank to reverse the transaction if possible.
Paid & Ghosted
Did the recruiter disappear after you made a payment or provided sensitive information?
Report the fraud to your bank to reverse the transaction if possible.
Paid & Ghosted
Did the recruiter disappear after you made a payment or provided sensitive information?
Report the fraud to your bank to reverse the transaction if possible.
Paid & Ghosted
Did the recruiter disappear after you made a payment or provided sensitive information?
Report the fraud to your bank to reverse the transaction if possible.
Giftcards
Did you submit any payments through gift cards?
If you paid using gift cards or wire transfers, unfortunately, recovery is unlikely.
Giftcards
Did you submit any payments through gift cards?
If you paid using gift cards or wire transfers, unfortunately, recovery is unlikely.
Giftcards
Did you submit any payments through gift cards?
If you paid using gift cards or wire transfers, unfortunately, recovery is unlikely.
Giftcards
Did you submit any payments through gift cards?
If you paid using gift cards or wire transfers, unfortunately, recovery is unlikely.
Protecting Yourself Post-Scam
In this final stage, the goal is to take long-term recovery steps after being scammed. This includes reporting the fraud, securing your identity, and seeking support if needed. It’s important to monitor your accounts and identity closely to avoid further harm.
Protecting Yourself Post-Scam
In this final stage, the goal is to take long-term recovery steps after being scammed. This includes reporting the fraud, securing your identity, and seeking support if needed. It’s important to monitor your accounts and identity closely to avoid further harm.
Protecting Yourself Post-Scam
In this final stage, the goal is to take long-term recovery steps after being scammed. This includes reporting the fraud, securing your identity, and seeking support if needed. It’s important to monitor your accounts and identity closely to avoid further harm.
Protecting Yourself Post-Scam
In this final stage, the goal is to take long-term recovery steps after being scammed. This includes reporting the fraud, securing your identity, and seeking support if needed. It’s important to monitor your accounts and identity closely to avoid further harm.
Report
Have you reported the scam to the relevant authorities?
File a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
Notify local law enforcement if identity theft or financial fraud has occurred.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC about the incident to get guidance on legal and immigration-related concerns.
Report
Have you reported the scam to the relevant authorities?
File a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
Notify local law enforcement if identity theft or financial fraud has occurred.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC about the incident to get guidance on legal and immigration-related concerns.
Report
Have you reported the scam to the relevant authorities?
File a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
Notify local law enforcement if identity theft or financial fraud has occurred.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC about the incident to get guidance on legal and immigration-related concerns.
Report
Have you reported the scam to the relevant authorities?
File a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
Notify local law enforcement if identity theft or financial fraud has occurred.
If You Are an International Student: Inform your ISSC about the incident to get guidance on legal and immigration-related concerns.
Secure Bank Account
Have you shared your bank details to establish a direct deposit?
If you’ve shared your bank details for direct deposit, contact your bank immediately to secure your account.
Follow your bank’s recommended steps to lock your account or change your bank details.
Secure Bank Account
Have you shared your bank details to establish a direct deposit?
If you’ve shared your bank details for direct deposit, contact your bank immediately to secure your account.
Follow your bank’s recommended steps to lock your account or change your bank details.
Secure Bank Account
Have you shared your bank details to establish a direct deposit?
If you’ve shared your bank details for direct deposit, contact your bank immediately to secure your account.
Follow your bank’s recommended steps to lock your account or change your bank details.
Secure Bank Account
Have you shared your bank details to establish a direct deposit?
If you’ve shared your bank details for direct deposit, contact your bank immediately to secure your account.
Follow your bank’s recommended steps to lock your account or change your bank details.
Monitoring
Are you monitoring your credit and bank accounts for any suspicious activity?
Regularly check your credit reports and bank statements for unusual transactions.
Set up alerts for your accounts to track any unauthorized activity.
Monitoring
Are you monitoring your credit and bank accounts for any suspicious activity?
Regularly check your credit reports and bank statements for unusual transactions.
Set up alerts for your accounts to track any unauthorized activity.
Monitoring
Are you monitoring your credit and bank accounts for any suspicious activity?
Regularly check your credit reports and bank statements for unusual transactions.
Set up alerts for your accounts to track any unauthorized activity.
Monitoring
Are you monitoring your credit and bank accounts for any suspicious activity?
Regularly check your credit reports and bank statements for unusual transactions.
Set up alerts for your accounts to track any unauthorized activity.
Freeze Credit
Have you locked or frozen your credit to prevent further misuse of your information?
Contact the major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit.
Freeze Credit
Have you locked or frozen your credit to prevent further misuse of your information?
Contact the major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit.
Freeze Credit
Have you locked or frozen your credit to prevent further misuse of your information?
Contact the major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit.
Freeze Credit
Have you locked or frozen your credit to prevent further misuse of your information?
Contact the major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit.
Speak
Have you sought emotional support or counseling after the scam?
Dealing with a scam can be emotionally draining—consider speaking to a counselor or support group.
Reach out to university resources or mental health professionals if needed.
Speak
Have you sought emotional support or counseling after the scam?
Dealing with a scam can be emotionally draining—consider speaking to a counselor or support group.
Reach out to university resources or mental health professionals if needed.
Speak
Have you sought emotional support or counseling after the scam?
Dealing with a scam can be emotionally draining—consider speaking to a counselor or support group.
Reach out to university resources or mental health professionals if needed.
Speak
Have you sought emotional support or counseling after the scam?
Dealing with a scam can be emotionally draining—consider speaking to a counselor or support group.
Reach out to university resources or mental health professionals if needed.
Created as a volunteer project to help job seekers stay safe from scams | September 2024
Created as a volunteer project to help job seekers stay safe from scams | September 2024