By Sakshi Sah
Published Dec 03, 2024

Hindustan Times
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8 common job scams you must watch out for

Finding a job can be exciting, but scammers are always on the lookout to take advantage.

Here are 8 common job scams you must know to stay safe and protect yourself.

Scammers lure you with high-paying jobs but demand fees for training or paperwork.

Fake Job Offers

Job-related emails asking for sensitive details like passwords or banking info are often scams.

Phishing Emails

These scams promise easy money but require payments for supplies or setup.

Work-from-Home Scams

Some fake recruiters contact you on platforms like LinkedIn, asking for personal or financial data.

Social Media Recruiters

Fraudsters send fake cheques and ask you to return the "extra" money before the cheque bounces.

Overpayment Cheques

Fraudulent websites mimic job boards to collect fees or steal your details.

Fake Job Portals

You're asked to pay to join and recruit others, but there’s no real job or income.

Pyramid Schemes

Unpaid internships promising future benefits may exploit you without offering real opportunities.

Fake Internships

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