How to Spot Fake Job Postings Before They Cost You Time or Money

Learn how to spot sketchy job ads before you waste time and energy chasing fake opportunities.
Job searching today often means sorting through hundreds of listings across job boards, social media, and email. Unfortunately, not every opportunity you see online is legitimate. Fake job postings and recruitment scams have become increasingly common, targeting job seekers with offers that waste time, collect personal information, or even ask for money.
This session will help you recognize the warning signs before you get caught in a scam.
Join us for an informative panel discussion where industry professionals will talk about how job scams work, why they are so common, and how you can protect yourself while searching for your next opportunity.

### What we’ll cover:

• Common types of fake job postings and recruitment scams
• Red flags to watch for in job listings, emails, and recruiter messages
• How scammers try to collect personal or financial information
• Simple steps you can take to verify whether a job opportunity is legitimate
• How to protect your time, information, and job search momentum
This session is designed for:
• Active job seekers
• Students and recent graduates entering the workforce
• Career changers exploring new opportunities
• Anyone navigating online job boards and recruiter outreach
Our panelists will share their experiences, discuss real examples, and answer questions from attendees to help you feel more confident identifying legitimate opportunities.
If you are currently job searching or planning to start soon, understanding how to recognize job scams can save you time, protect your personal information, and help you focus on opportunities that are truly worth pursuing.

Computer Coach is proud to host Tech & Talent Talks, a speaker series that brings job seekers and professionals together with experts from hiring, technology and career development. Each session gives attendees a chance to learn directly from the people who shape today’s workforce, ask questions and build connections that support their career goals.
The views expressed by our guest speakers are their own and do not necessarily represent the opinions of Computer Coach or its affiliates. This event is for attendees within the United States. Recorded events will be added to our blog soon.