Job Seekers Beware: Spotting and Avoiding Online Scams

Please listen to this article briefly; the audio was generated automatically by AI. As job seekers, I was searching for a job when the idea suddenly came to my mind to check out Craigslist. Well, I decided to browse the Computer section and search for 'Security.' The first result was the most intriguing one: securitywatchersgroup[.]com - available at https://archive.is/MCK7o . The job description was 'Security Camera Monitors Needed - No Experience Required,' earning $23 - $35 per hour. They made it sound enticing, claiming you could 'Monitor Remote Security Cameras and earn on your own terms.' Moreover, Securitywatchers boasts providing remote surveillance for over 200 small businesses across the US. According to their claims, the requirements to work for them are as follows: Own a laptop or desktop. Be willing to work 2-80 hours per week. Proficiency in English. No criminal record. Pass a background check. It sounds interesting, and everything seems quite promising. This opportunity could potentially be a good source of income. With excitement, I clicked the 'Apply' button. I was directed to the website typeform.com to complete my application – Archive Link. Once again, there's another promise: if you have a computer and are willing to earn $55 per hour (I don't know why you wouldn't want to), you can press the 'Submit' button. Now, we are redirected to the securitywatchersgroup.com website – Archive Link. The repetition of these promises and further explanations regarding the company's claim to provide services to 200 small companies across the US, where you are required to check cameras, is quite noticeable. Considering the payment rate, the requirements section does not seem overly demanding. By completing your application, you've provided your name, surname, mobile number, and email to this network. Within a few minutes, you receive an email. It appears that our job application has been quickly approved, and we have been asked to proceed by completing the Appl...