[Job-Discussions] Received a weird email regarding a job I applied to, and want to know if this is a scam?

Wed Aug 31 22:45:11 UTC 2022

That’s what I thought. Yep it’s in the question category and I think I know
the answer don’t do it or and don’t move forward.
Thanks all

On Wed, Aug 31, 2022 at 5:53 PM Brent Harding via Job-Discussions <
job-discussions at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> I would probably air on the side of caution and consider this one in the
> questionable category. It isn’t necessarily that $1 is too much to pay for
> a credit report, even though most employers I’ve heard of don’t ask you to
> pay for anything. The issue would be whether one is paying the credit
> reporting service, or a questionable place who is just out to collect info
> to do harm and to get a little money doing so.
>
>
>
>
>
> *From:* Job-Discussions <job-discussions-bounces at nfbnet.org> *On Behalf
> Of *Robert Sollars via Job-Discussions
> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 31, 2022 4:30 PM
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> *Cc:* Robert Sollars <robertsollars2 at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* Re: [Job-Discussions] Received a weird email regarding a job I
> applied to, and want to know if this is a scam?
>
>
>
> Ya know Preston, it’s unusual for a company to only have a linkedin
> profile and not a facebook or twitter page…you’d think that linkedin
> would’ve thunkof thatby now…if indeed it is a scam andof course we’ve all
> agreed  that it certainly sounds likeone
>
> Robert
>
>
>
> *From:* Job-Discussions <job-discussions-bounces at nfbnet.org> *On Behalf
> Of *Preston Gaylor via Job-Discussions
> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 31, 2022 2:27 PM
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> *Cc:* Preston Gaylor <prestongaylor21 at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* Re: [Job-Discussions] Received a weird email regarding a job I
> applied to, and want to know if this is a scam?
>
>
>
> This is very good to know, thank you all very much and yes I thought it
> was a spam email, but I’m glad I’m not alone in this matter when I search
> the company online all I could see was a LinkedIn page not indeed or any
> other job source
>
>
>
> On Wed, Aug 31, 2022 at 5:16 PM Ms. Jamelle Word via Job-Discussions <
> job-discussions at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Hello,
> What I'm going to share with you doesn't really relate to the question
> you're asking. But I just want to share just because.
> I was scheduled to complete a virtual interview today and decided that I
> wasn't going to finish the virtual interview. This was with an insurance
> company
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Job-Discussions <job-discussions-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Andrews, David B (DEED) via Job-Discussions
> Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2022 4:43 PM
> To: Job Discussions internet Mailing List <job-discussions at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Andrews, David B (DEED) <david.b.andrews at state.mn.us>
> Subject: Re: [Job-Discussions] Received a weird email regarding a job I
> applied to, and want to know if this is a scam?
>
> This is just my opinion ... but I would say two things, first, I have read
> that some companies do check credit scores, so by itself it isn't
> necessarily a deal breaker. However, they seem pretty focused on getting
> the
> score etc., so it is suspicious at best, and a scam most likely.
>  (Fallon Rayn). I attended the virtual interview yesterday. They ask that
> there potential employees become licensed in their state before they are
> hired. But the person has to pay for the licensing.
> The reason that I am sharing this is because I wanted to say that you are
> not alone in receiving such offers and to be careful.
> Thank you!
> Dave
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Job-Discussions <job-discussions-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Preston Gaylor via Job-Discussions
> Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2022 3:25 PM
> To: Job Discussions internet Mailing List <job-discussions at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Preston Gaylor <prestongaylor21 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Job-Discussions] Received a weird email regarding a job I applied
> to, and want to know if this is a scam?
>
> This message may be from an external email source.
> Do not select links or open attachments unless verified. Report all
> suspicious emails to Minnesota IT Services Security Operations Center.
>
> ________________________________
>
> Hi Everyone:
> I hope you are well.
> I just received an email from one of the jobs I applied to on Linkedin, but
> I have a feeling that the next step of what they want me to do may be a
> scam.
> I have pasted the info below, and want to get your thoughts about it.
> I thank you very much for your assistance, and hope you enjoy the rest of
> your day!
> BTW, this is for a remote CSR opprotunity that was posted.
> Sincerely yours,
> Preston
>
> Dear Applicant,
>
>
>
> Thanks for your reply. Your next step in this hiring process is to complete
> our new employee questionnaire.
>
> Job requirements:
>
> Outstanding written/oral communication skills to perform duties including
> responding to phones and taking messages, the preparation of mailings, the
> order and maintenance of supply amounts, easy copying, typical filing and
> emailing, and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
>
> Please note that our company requires all potential employees to have a
> credit score on file for your interview. We ask for this because you will
> have access to company credit cards for business expenses. We request that
> each potential employee complete this as this ensures us that our future
> employee is credible, trustworthy and can be an asset of the company.
>
> Please also note that because of the new economy we take into consideration
> that there may be some blemishes on a large portion of applicant scores.
> Rest assured that your credit scores itself aren't significant, but our
> company still requires the report.
>
> Please complete and print your credit score by clicking : Apply here
>
> You will need to bring a copy with you to your interview. This credit score
> costs you only one dollar and is entirely secure from the most trusted
> credit score website online.
>
> Please complete this first step ASAP as we only have 48 hours to set up
> interviews. When you have completed the credit score, reply to this email,
> and we will set a time for an interview.
>
> I look forward to meeting you.
>
>
>
>  Thank you
>
> Hiring Manager
>
> Brittany Gloveresa (Hiring Manager at Pyramid IT Consulting Pvt. Ltd.)
>
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