How to Spot Job Scams: Tips from the Better Business Bureau

Recognizing Job Scam Red Flags

• 🚩 Be wary of unsolicited phone calls, text messages, or emails about job opportunities.
• ⚠️ Scammers often make fast job offers and immediately ask for sensitive personal information like your Social Security number or bank account details.
• 📦 A common scam involves work-from-home jobs that require you to receive and reship packages, which may be stolen goods.

Protecting Yourself During Your Job Search

• 🔍 The Better Business Bureau advises that no matter how desperate you are for a job, always take time to research potential employers.
• 🌐 When you find a job listing, especially on a third-party site, go directly to the employer's official homepage instead of using the provided link.
• 🤔 Remember the saying: if a job offer seems too good to be true, it probably is.