The FBI and LinkedIn have partnered to present possible red flags one might see in an online job listing that could indicate the offer is actually a scam. Visit fbi.gov/scams to learn more.
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The FBI and LinkedIn recently joined forces to teach the public about employment scams disguised as legitimate opportunities.
Employment fraud is generally defined as a scheme to deceive someone into believing they have been, or could soon be, hired for a job.
“Job seekers are uniquely vulnerable—not because they lack judgement but because they’re operating in an environment where urgency and opportunity are constant,” said Rebecca L. Keithley, assistant section chief of the Financial Crimes Section in the FBI’s Criminal Division. “The goal isn’t just to respond after someone becomes a victim but to help people recognize the warning signs early enough to avoid the scam entirely.”








