Preventing Job Search Scams

Job and internship seekers can be likely targets for scammers. It is important to know how to identify and respond to suspicious job offers so that your personal identity and safety is not put at risk. Use the resources below to learn how to identify potential problems and research organizations before applying.

8 Resources found for
Category: Preventing Job Search Scams

1. Better Business Bureau
   Research potential employers through the Better Business Bureau to see if they are reputable.
   www.bbb.org
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2. Company Research: Links and Resources
   Links and resources compiled by the Career Development Center to research companies.
   www.stthomas.edu/ careerdevelopment/ companyresearch/
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3. Glassdoor
   Glass Door is a Web site that posts anonymous salary information for use by job seekers or those wanting to see how their current pay and benefits measure up with peers. It also allows employees to give feedback about the employer.
   www.glassdoor.com
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4. Tip Sheets from the UST Career Development Center
   We've created easy to use tip sheets on a variety of topics for you to download and use during your career development process.
   www.stthomas.edu/careerdevelopment/tipsheets
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   • Job Applications and Personal Identity Safety
   • Job Seekers: Digital Dirt
5. Job Vent
   Company reviews by current and past employees.
   www.jobvent.com/
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6. Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
   Non-profit consumer information and advocacy organization Web site. Has information on many issues including workplace and background checks.
   www.privacyrights.org/
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7. UST Libraries - Research a Company
   Links to Lexis-Nexis, Reference USA and other databases with company information.
   www.stthomas.edu/ libraries/ guides/ business/ companyinfo.html
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8. World Privacy Forum: Job Search Privacy
   Information on many privacy issues including job search, job scams, and workplace privacy.
   www.worldprivacyforum.org/jobsearchprivacy.html
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