Scam alert for job-seekers.
Our NB has an account with Indeed.com, and their resume is publicly visible. Last night they got "interviewed" via text, and then this morning was sent a job "offer" contract.
There were enough red flags that they asked us for help, and sure enough, looking over the contract which was full of grammar, punctuation and spelling errors it was clear that this was a scam, apparently trying to steal their identity.
Some things to watch out for with scammers:
1. The url for the company was SIMILAR but not identical to a legitimate nationwide company. When we called the real company, they said this isn't the first time. They've already shut down one site, but are now alerted to another.
2. When NB asked for an ID from the interviewer, he sent one that was expired (and certainly not his own 
).
3. Wanting to communicate over Telegram is a red flag. It doesn't necessarily mean it's a scam, but it should set off alarm bells.
4. They asked for CREDIT info in the initial "interview". No numbers, just names of banks. No real potential employer will do this.
5. If it's too good to be true, it's probably not true. They were offering a crazy high salary for someone with no experience.
I know a lot of this is common knowledge, but for people looking for a job, we can often let our guard down.
Also, it’s okay to be embarrassed if you get scammed, but please alert the authorities. The real company whose identity was being used was very grateful to hear from us, and sent us info on how to contact the FBI.
Live and learn and move on. These guys come up with new tricks all the time, just to get your info or your money or whatever they can get away with. They are SCUM and do not deserve any of your hard-won self-esteem. I’ve fallen for shit like this before. It’s no fun, but generally it’s not worth obsessing over.
Be safe out there.
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