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Job Scams Study Materials

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Fake job ad

Job seekers are likely to encounter realistic looking advertisements for job. BBB urges extra caution and research, no matter how professional an advertisement looks.

Fake mystery shopping task

Once “hired”, scammers will send job tasks to deceive consumers into sending them money or items.

Fake job posting

Fraudsters job postings will look just like legitimate ones. High salaries should always be viewed with skepticism.

Fake job offer

Big blocks of text and many instructions within a fake job offer aid in the deception of job hunters. Read everything carefully and research the position, even once it has been offered.

Full study materials

Scam interview conducted by text message.

Introductory text message from job scammer.

Text message from job scammer requesting personal information.

Gift card numbers used for payment to job scammers.

Return check notice from job scam victim.