Job Scams
What is a job scam?
A job scam is a fake online job posting. That targets jobseekers with the intention to steal personal information or money.
True or False: It is best to apply to as multiple jobs as at once.
True
What is new hire paperwork?
Documents you will need to fill out if you are being offered andhave taken a new job.
What is LinkedIn?
The world’s largest professional network on the internet.
Where did Allison get her Master's Degree?
USF
Who can you ask for help if you are unsure if a job posting is a scam?
Family/Friends, Trusted Adult, Job Coach
What is an application tracker?
A tool to help you monitor when you applied and if you hear back. This can be in any format you prefer (notes app on phone, spreadsheet, etc.)
What is a reference?
People who can confirm your professional achievements,education, experience, habits, skills and character.
Name at least 2 job search websites.
Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Simply Hired, Monster, Career Builder, Zip Recruiter, Snagajob, Getting Hired
Where did Ari get her college degree?
UCF
Should you accept a job offer for a position in a company that you did not apply for?
No!
The majority of job applications today are done virtually or online?
Online
Name 3 examples of new hire paperwork.
Applications, Offer Letter, Employment Contract, Benefits Document, Employee Handbook, Medical and Emergency Contacts
Name at least 3 components of a job posting.
Job Title, Job Type, Location, Job Description/Summary, Job Duties and Responsibilities, Experience Requirements, Education Requirements, How to Apply
What is the name of Allison's pet tortoise?
Sirius
If an application asks for any of your banking information, should you do it?
Nope! It is most likely a scam.
What is one thing you need to apply to a job?
Resume, Cover Letter, Professional References
Who can you ask for a professional reference?
Former managers/bosses, Work colleagues, Professors/Instructors
What is an aggregator?
Websites that pull their information (like job postings) from otherjob websites.
What kind of reptile does Ari have as a pet?
A crested gecko
Name two ways to avoid a job scam.
Do not pay or enter bank information when applying fora job, Do some research on the company, Be aware that a recruiter or company that corresponds from a free email account can be a scammer, Do not accept a job offer without having an interview or from a job you did not apply for.
Name 4 sections of a job application.
Specific Role/Title, Desired Salary, Full-Time VS Part-Time, Availability, Are you willing to work overtime?, Previous Employers, Employment Experience, May we contact your former employer?, Courses of Study, Specialized Training/Certificates, References, Start Date, Do you have reliable transportation?
What is a paystub?
A document that summarizes an employee’s gross pay, taxes and deductions, and net pay. It can be provided in printed format with a paycheck or made available electronically. Employers and employees use pay statements to verify that compensation is accurate. Lenders often ask to see pay stubs as proof of income or employment before approving a loan.
What is the difference between a required qualification and a preferred qualification in a job posting?
Preferred qualifications help candidates stand out, but they are not deal-breakers if you don’t have them. Required qualifications are mandatory, non-negotiable skills, education, or experience needed to perform a job. If you meet all required but no preferred qualifications, you should still apply.
What instrument has Ari played for more than a decade?
Viola