Job Scams Are Surging—Desperate Job Seekers Are the Target

Sep 10

Job-related scams have tripled since 2020, and reported losses are on pace to approach half a billion dollars. These job scams target which desperate workers with fake companies and phantom paychecks. From "pay for your equipment" cons to AI-powered fake interviews stealing personal information, employment fraud are now the riskiest scam for workers aged 18-34. We break down the red flags and protective strategies when you need work most.

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