Identity theft, on a job / career site?
Yep!
The bad guys can be very innovative. You need to beware of misleading online job postings and employment arrangements aimed at stealing your money and identity. When you are seeking a job, you are often in a vulnerable position. You want that new job and will do almost anything to please your prospective employer. When applying for a job, especially on-line, you should never share your Social Security number, date of birth, bank information (used for pay deposits), or even college graduation dates. Even when you are hired, ensure that you are dealing with a bona-fide business. If in doubt, contact the local Better Business Bureau if in doubt.
A common denominator in online job scams is the employer’s lack of interest in meeting the employee. There is no job interview, and the job applicant is not invited to the place of business. You are hired, sight unseen, to do a virtual job for a nonexistent company.
Be vigilant when dealing with companies that you have never heard of. Do your due diligence and avoid job hiring scams.