CCIT News and Notices

Job Offer Scam

A close-up of a keyboard with the words 'Work Study Job Internship' across the top right and the title 'SCAM' at the bottom.

Please be aware that there has been an increasing number of email scams targeting our Clemson students. These emails are typically for job offers or internships that promise a weekly paycheck of $300-$400. And it is often signed by someone impersonating a university professor.

Below is an example of one of the scammer’s emails. Please note that the sender’s email address is not a Clemson account. Also, keep in mind that Clemson Faculty will not typically reach out to our students with internship or job offers in this manner.

A screenshot of an email with the subject 'Work Study Opportunity' that is sent from an external email address  and says 'I'm emailing you concerning a new employment offer through the university"s part-time job, you will be working remotely anywhere you're at your dorm or home and you will be getting $400 weekly. Reply with your Phone Number and Alternative Email for more details.'.

If you receive an email such as the one above, please report it to the Clemson Security Operations Center by forwarding the email to phishing@clemson.edu.