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Student’s Internship Dream Turns into Nightmare: How a Young Woman Almost Fell for a ‘Fake’ Company Scam

A student's pursuit of valuable work experience turned into a close call with a fraudulent company, highlighting the growing dangers of online internship scams.

Pratibha by Pratibha
August 21, 2024
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The woman realised it was a scam when she did not find the company's address.

The woman realised it was a scam when she did not find the company's address.

In the digital age, where countless opportunities are just a click away, a university student recently found herself on the brink of becoming a victim of a sophisticated internship scam. What was supposed to be an exciting leap into the professional world nearly became a costly mistake.

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The student, a 21-year-old marketing major from a prominent university, was eager to gain real-world experience and boost her resume. When she came across a company offering a promising internship program, it seemed like the perfect opportunity. The company, which presented itself as a well-established firm in the industry, had a polished website, professional-looking job postings, and a swift, seamless application process.

After a brief online interview, she was offered the position almost immediately. Excited, she overlooked several red flags, including the lack of a formal contract, vague job descriptions, and unusual requests for personal information. The company requested that she pay an “administrative fee” upfront, which they claimed was for training materials and processing her work-from-home setup.

Thankfully, before making the payment, she decided to do some additional research. A deeper dive into the company’s background revealed discrepancies in their online presence, with no verifiable business records or employee testimonials. Alarmed, she reached out to her university’s career services department, where she was informed that the company had already been flagged as a potential scam by other students.

This experience serves as a stark reminder of the importance of due diligence, especially in an era where digital scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Experts advise students to verify the legitimacy of a company before committing to any internship or job offer. This can be done by checking for official business registrations, reading online reviews, and consulting with career advisors or mentors.

The student is now sharing her story to warn others about the dangers lurking behind seemingly attractive opportunities. “I was so close to losing not just money, but my personal information and trust in the whole process,” she said. “It’s crucial to be cautious and always double-check before diving into anything, no matter how good it seems.”

 

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A passionate news person, trying to reflect her views on the recent happenings around the globe, bringing you a nuanced perspective and keeping the ethics of journalism alive in the process. My journey started in an international newsroom, where I have covered major events and been to the roots of them.  The  South-Asian region has also caught my interest, where I have covered more of the features and cultural side of the South-Asian countries. As a journalist dedicated to ethical reporting and with a personal interest in exposing hidden narratives, I aim to offer complex perspectives that enhance comprehension of the modern, globalized world.

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