Module 03: Job Search
3.12 Protect Yourself from Scams
When you’re looking for a job, you ‘re regularly communicating with people whom you don’t know. This makes you particularly vulnerable to scams and identity theft.
Here are some tips to protect yourself :
- Only apply to companies that appear legitimate
- Don’t be too quick to give your personal information
- Don’t post personal information on online job sites
- Be suspicious of unsolicited job offers
- Never pay any money to get a job
- Watch out for offers that sound too good to be true
- Trust your gut
