Online Task/Review Job Scam
CONFIRMED THREAT
Fake "task" jobs pay for rating products. After small initial payments, victims must "deposit" to continue. FBI IC3: 20,044 complaints, $264M losses (276% increase).
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→5 confirmed active threats
💼Job & Employment Scams
Employment scams EXPLODED 276% in 2024, causing $264M in losses across 20,044 complaints. Includes fake job offers with check fraud, task scams requiring deposits, LinkedIn impersonation, and money mule recruitment. The fastest-growing fraud category of 2024.
$264Min reported losses, 2024(IC3)20 044 complaints↑ 276% vs 2023
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Patterns Documented
5
Confirmed Threats
1
High Risk
$16.6B
Reported Losses, 2024 (IC3)
Data sourced from FBI IC3 2024 Annual Report. Data reflects complaints submitted to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) and may not represent all incidents. ZeroScam is an educational tool and is not affiliated with the FBI.
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Threat Levels
CONFIRMED THREAT— Actively reported to FBI IC3
HIGH RISK— Significant victim reports
EMERGING— Recently identified pattern
Fake Job Offer Check Scam
CONFIRMED THREAT
Scam "employers" send checks for equipment—you deposit, send back "extra," check bounces. Real employers never send checks before you start.
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→LinkedIn Job Offer Scam
CONFIRMED THREAT
Fake LinkedIn profiles impersonate recruiters from real companies. They collect personal info or money through fake hiring.
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→Money Mule Recruitment Scam
CONFIRMED THREAT
Scammers recruit victims to transfer stolen money through personal accounts. This is federal money laundering—even if unintentional.
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→Reshipping Package Scam
CONFIRMED THREAT
Scammers hire victims to receive and reship packages overseas. Packages contain goods from stolen credit cards—you're an accomplice.
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→Social Media Influencer Job Scam
HIGH RISK
Fake brands offer paid "influencer" deals that require upfront payment for products or follower packages. No real partnership exists.
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→Common Questions About Job & Employment Scams
How do I know if a job offer is a scam?▼
Red flags: hired without video interview, sent check before starting, asked to buy equipment and return extra, communication only via Telegram.
Should I deposit a check from an employer I haven't met?▼
Never. Legitimate employers don't send checks before you start. It's a fake check scam.
What are task scams?▼
Recruited for "simple tasks" (rating products). Small initial payments are real. Then you must deposit to unlock more — that deposit is stolen.
Is forwarding money for a job illegal?▼
Yes. "Payment processor" jobs are money laundering. You could face federal charges even if you didn't know.
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73% of Americans report being targeted(Pew Research, 2025 survey)
|$470M reported in text-related fraud(FTC, 2024)
|$16.6B in total reported losses(FBI IC3, 2024)