Capstone has been made aware of reports that fraudulent employment offers are being made to prospective candidates in Capstone’s name. These fictitious offers are made primarily via unsolicited LinkedIn messages from accounts claiming to be Capstone Board Members or Human Resource Analysts.   

What is Recruitment Fraud? 

Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated fraud involving the offer of fictitious job opportunities. This kind of fraud is normally done through unsolicited emails, online recruitment services (sometimes even legitimate platforms such as LinkedIn), bogus websites, and even text messages claiming to be from Capstone. The aim of the fraud is typically to obtain personal information or money. To learn more, read the FTC’s article about job scams.  

Recruitment Fraud Warning Signs 

• Requests money (e.g. for “visa fees,” taxes, application fees, processing fees, or travel expenses). 

• Request personal information such as passport and bank account details. 

• Send emails from free web-based email accounts such as Yahoo, Gmail, or Hotmail. 

• Use mobile (cell) phone numbers, rather than office numbers. 

• Make substantial spelling and grammatical errors. 

• Insist on urgency. 

• Use poorly formatted documentation. 

What To Do 

If you believe you have been subject to recruitment fraud, please save the messages and email Capstone’s team at [email protected]. Include the relevant evidence and links to the profile in question. Consider contacting your local police or legal authority as well. 

Do NOT: 

• Respond to unsolicited business propositions or offers of employment from people with whom you are unfamiliar.  

• Send any money transfers or payments as part of an application, interview, or offer.  

• Engage in conversation or disclose your personal or financial information if you believe the communication might be fraudulent.