There have always been job frauds in one way or another, whether it’s through phoney job advertisements on TV, radio, or in newspapers.
However, as an increasing number of individuals use the internet to look for work, employment scams have both shifted online and increased in frequency. Here’s how to stay away from them.
1. Before applying, do some online research on the company
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Is the business still in operation? Does that firm employ a hiring supervisor or recruiter? Is hiring for this position at the company? Check the website of the company to confirm these details. Does the job advertising contain a link that points to a secure website that begins with https://? To see the actual URL, move your mouse cursor over the URL.
2. Check Postings Located on Job and Networking Websites
Verify whether the position is posted on the firm website if you discovered it on an outside employment board like LinkedIn or Indeed.com. While not all employers have a page where job openings are posted, many do. Consider it a warning sign and keep looking if the vacancy you saw elsewhere isn’t posted there.
3. Wait to provide bank account details until after you are hired.
A fraudster may ask for cash or the details of a bank account during the interview. A respectable employer won’t request your bank account information before contract signing and direct deposit setup. if necessary, they won’t ever require you to verify your Internet banking login and password; instead, they will just ask to confirm the bank name, routing number, account number, and SWIFT code.
4. Verify the Identity of the Employer
Never accept a job offer only based on an email, a phone call, or a chat app. Demand a face-to-face interview or video conference.
5. Never Use Wire Transfer for Transferring Money to Someone You Meet on the Internet.
Once more, con artists can attempt to get payment for fictitious background checks or training expenses. Such demands are not going to come from a respectable business or employment.
6. Avoid Giving Personal Information to Networking Sites or Apps for Job Searches
Never provide your Social Security number or any other private data on online applications found on unaffiliated job-hunting websites. Keep that for the recruiting manager or HR division of the potential employer.
7. Verify That the Website Is Secure If You Need to Enter Your Social Security Number
Look for “https://” in the web URL. Enter your details only after speaking with a live person or over a video call.
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