Original Phishing Message

Subject: PUGETSOUND COLLEGE: YOU’RE SELECTED TO APPLY!!!
Subject: WHITMAN COLLEGE: YOU’RE SELECTED TO APPLY!!!
From: renee.walker[@]uqconnect[.]edu[.]au

Tips for Detection

  • “Pugetsound College” is not the name of the university
  • The email is signed generically as “recruiting support”
  • Offer is too good to be true
  • Visit Career & Employment Services’ guide on detecting job scams

Where did the link lead?

The link led to a form with a fake job description and asking for personal information such as physical address, personal email, phone number, age.

Text of Phishing Message

Subject: PUGETSOUND COLLEGE: YOU’RE SELECTED TO APPLY!!!
Subject: WHITMAN COLLEGE: YOU’RE SELECTED TO APPLY!!!
From: renee.walker[@]uqconnect[.]edu[.]au

Good day,

You have been selected through the School recruiting department for a job offer. This is a Part-Time position that will only require 1-2hrs 3 days a week, no work experience or skill is required. You can make $400 weekly without affecting your regular activities and academics.

NOTE: This is for verified selected Staff/Students/Alumni, also international students are welcome for this opportunity.

To apply / check your eligibility by visiting the

Enrollment Portal to apply.

Best Regards
Recruiting Support