Most Recently Reported Job Scams Targeting Students

UPDATE: Information Technology Services’ defenses were able to catch more than 10,000 of the below spoofing emails to university-provided email addresses. Unfortunately, the reports we received were from non-university email accounts, and those cannot be safeguarded through these measures. We recommend students implement the tips below and enable two-factor authentication for their UTmail account.

At least three students have reported three separate instances of being contacted via email by an account spoofing The Center for Disability Services, and claiming to be a Handshake representative reaching out on the behalf of the company. Although these attempts are unrelated to Handshake and external of our system, we feel the responsibility to help keep students informed and educated on ways to protect themselves and their information, especially when it is reported to our office. Please review the information below if you feel you were contacted or shared your personal information.

Tips from Information Security Office

Steps to Take if You Are a Victim of a Scam (per our Scam Job Posting Guide) per our Scam Job Posting Guide (review this guide for more details)

  • Identify the situation. Did you give out any personal information? If so, target the areas that you think may be compromised and work with banks, your credit card company, or other entities to ensure best safety measures. This may include closing bank or email accounts that were jeopardized or ordering credit reports to scan for any unusual activity.
  • Document everything! This will help the University or law enforcement better assist you and ensure that others may be warned in the future.
  • Campus resources available to you:

Disclaimer: Texas Career Engagement and The University of Texas at Austin’s college/school career service offices take measures to help protect students from fraudulent internship/job postings on campus job boards. While our moderators vet all positions and employers as best we can, we cannot take responsibility for each position. This information is to help educate students to further protect themselves when searching for employment.

Recent reports: