Alert
How to Protect Yourself Against Recruitment Scams
Recruitment Scams Awareness
We are aware of an increase in fraudulent activity involving individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent Intellyk. These scams often involve false promises of job opportunities, requests for personal information, or demands for payment in exchange for employment services.
We want to ensure you are fully informed and confident in recognizing when communication from Intellyk is genuine.
What Are Recruitment Scams?
Recruitment scams trick individuals into handing over sensitive personal information or money by offering “guaranteed” jobs, unusually high-paying opportunities, or quick income with minimal effort.
These scams can appear convincing and frequently impersonate reputable recruitment firms like Intellyk to build trust.
Please be assured:
- Intellyk will never ask candidates to pay money to secure a job opportunity.
- Intellyk representatives will never request payment for training, equipment, processing fees, or placement.
Warning Signs: How to Spot a Scam
Be cautious if you encounter any of the following:
- You receive unsolicited messages via SMS, WhatsApp, social media, or personal email offering a guaranteed job or high salary.
- The message contains grammatical errors, awkward phrasing, or originates from a personal email address (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or unknown phone number.
- You are asked to provide personal identity documents, confidential photo IDs, or banking details upfront.
- You are pressured to act urgently, skip interview steps, or transfer money.
- The sender claims to be an Intellyk employee but lacks a verified profile or official contact information.
How to Verify Legitimate Intellyk Communication
If you are unsure whether a message or contact is authentic:
- Check the Email Address: Ask the individual to email you directly from an official domain. Legitimate Intellyk communications will only come from:
- @intellyk.com
- Verify via Phone: Reach out directly to Intellyk to confirm the representative’s identity at:
- +1 (732) 640-2425
- +1 (732) 624-6445
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud
- Report the Incident: If you believe you have been targeted by a scammer impersonating Intellyk, please report the incident to us immediately and submit a report to the appropriate law enforcement or cybercrime agency (such as the U.S. Department of Justice Fraud Section or the FBI IC3).
- Protect Your Financials: If you have shared financial details or transferred money, contact your bank or financial institution immediately to stop the transaction and secure your accounts.