Nazif Portfolio

The internet is powerful, but not everything you see online is real.

Recently, Singapore has seen an increase in job scams, especially targeting students and job seekers. Many fake job listings promise high salary, flexible hours, or easy work — but their real goal is to steal your money or personal information.

Job Scams Are Increasing

Scammers may:

Pretend to be real companies
Offer unrealistic salary
Ask for upfront payment
Request personal information early
Contact you through Telegram or WhatsApp immediately

Always verify before applying. You are never at a loss for verifying — in fact, verification makes you more confident about the job you apply for.

Don't waste your opportunity. Not everything online can be trusted. Always verify. Always be aware.

How to Verify a Job in Singapore

Before applying:

✅Search the company on Google
✅Check company website domain
✅Look up company on ACRA / LinkedIn
✅Check reviews online
✅Verify official email address
✅Never pay money for a job

If something feels suspicious → trust your instincts.

Try This: Can You Detect the Scam?

Below is a simple exercise to test your ability to detect fake job postings. Click whether you think each job is SCAM or LEGIT.

Job Scam Detector Game

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QuickCash Pte Ltd

Data Entry Intern

$5,000/month (Part-time)

No experience needed! Work from home, flexible hours. Pay $50 registration fee to get started. Contact us on Telegram @quickcash_sg

DBS Bank

Customer Service Officer

$2,800 - $3,200/month

Handle customer inquiries and provide banking support. Minimum diploma required. Apply through our official careers portal at dbs.com/careers

EarnFast Solutions

Social Media Assistant

$8,000/month (Full-time)

Like posts and follow accounts! Earn up to $8k monthly. Start immediately, no interview needed. WhatsApp +65 XXXX XXXX now!

Shopee Singapore

Marketing Intern

$1,200/month (Internship)

Assist in digital marketing campaigns and content creation. Currently pursuing degree in Marketing/Communications. Apply at careers.shopee.sg

FastHire Recruitment Agency

Warehouse Packer

$2,500/month (After agency commission)

Super simple job! Just pack items. We'll ask some questions first - bank details, NOK info, IC copy. Agency takes 30% commission for first 6 months. Sign contract via email.

Grab Singapore

Operations Analyst

$3,500 - $4,500/month

Analyze operational data and support business decisions. Degree in Business/Analytics required. 1-2 years experience preferred. Apply at grab.careers

Stay Safe Online

Remember: legitimate companies will never ask you to pay for a job opportunity. Always do your research, verify information, and trust your instincts. When in doubt, it's better to be safe than sorry.

~ Nazif

Not Everything That Glitters Is Gold: Spotting Online Job Scams