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Cornerstone Staffing Solutions’, Inc. workplace policies and practices include a commitment to ethical recruitment: Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, Inc. maintains a “no fees” recruitment policy. We do not ask for money or charge fees to an applicant as part of the application process.

We urge you to be cautious and wary of recruitment scams in which scammers try to take advantage of job seekers by pretending to represent prominent companies, including Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, Inc.

What is a recruitment scam?

 

Recruitment scams are a form of fraud where scam artists posing as recruiters or employers offer attractive employment opportunities that require the job seeker to pay them money in advance or disclose personal information. Scammers claiming to be representatives of Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, Inc. or another company pretend to recruit potential employees. Scammers often ask for money from applicants under the appearance of helping to secure work permits and visas, travel expenses and/or out of pocket expenses.

Scammers may use fake websites, unsolicited emails, calls or texts claiming to be from the company. The scam communication normally requests personal data and may ultimately request the forwarding of money on the pretext that this is to finalize the “application process” or “employment opportunity.” Unsuspecting applicants may be invited to participate in fraudulent interviews, be asked to fill-out fraudulent employment paperwork, and/or receive fake offer letters.

Tips to avoid becoming victim to a recruitment scam:

Any solicitation should be researched before you provide personal information.

  • Be cautious: Refrain from immediately opening attachments or clicking on links in emails.
  • Do your own typing: Use a search engine to look up a website rather than clicking on and following a suspicious link.
  • Don’t respond: Refrain from responding to any emails or calls that request personal or financial information.
  • Use security software and update it regularly.
  • Report: File a report with law enforcement on any suspicious emails, calls, or texts you may receive.

By making you aware of these fraudulent schemes, we hope to keep you from being victimized, and ultimately to stop these schemes from being perpetrated against others

Warning signs

Scams typically:

  • Use the Internet, local newspapers, or other print materials to advertise false job openings
  • Use cell-phone numbers rather than office numbers
  • Request applicants to send their application, resume, or CV to an illegitimate email address or fax number
  • Request that applicants wire funds to a bank account or send money electronically to cover processing and/or immigration fees, insisting on urgency
  • Do not include information about a specific job opening (or the job description is vague) and/or extend a job offer without an interview
  • Request sensitive personal data or information, such as your national identification number, date of birth, social security number, national insurance number, bank account information, passport information or any number appearing on identity documents.

 

 

 

 

 


33 Responses to “Recruitment Scams”

  1. Heather Farris

    Just got a text message from an “Olivia” saying: “I’m Olivia from Cornerstone Staffing Solutions USA, are you interested in a flexible/remote position? Can I share brief details?

    Phone number used to text me was 604-902-2097

    Reply
    • Jennifer Wright

      I received text from Emma from Cornerstone ‌Staffing Solutions.‌ phone # +1 (516) 761-6512 “We may have a position‌‍ that fits yo‍u. Can I sha‍re the details?
      Perfect, We offer P-time or F-time roles that take 45-8‌0 minutes‌ and‍ yield a‌n Income of 210-670. You can settle daily.
      Before we continue‌ with the‍ next steps, please confirm‍:
      Are you 25+ and currently a U.S. resident with a vali‌d Social Security Numb‌er?
      A. Yes B. No”

      Reply
      • Anonymous

        I got the same text but from Emma with similar rates of pay. Phone was 557-239-4092. Said I would get full details from the employer in 24 hours. 30-80 minutes daily with earnings from 200-810 USD. Some of the text had bad English.

        Reply
  2. Lexi

    Literally just a similar message!

    “Hi I’m Jessica from Cornerstone Recruiting USA.
    Would you be interested in a remote work opportunity?”

    So suss haha

    Reply
  3. Ricardo

    Just got the same message….

    “Hi there,
    I’m Evelyn from Cornerstone Recruitment Company US.
    Are you interested in a flexible or remote role? (Part-time or Full-time)
    Could I provide you with some information?”

    Reply
  4. Nikki S Ohio

    Received a text from +1 (236) 268-9279
    I’m Emily from Cornerstone Recruitment USA. Are you interested in a remote position? Can I provide you with more information?

    Reply
  5. Carla S

    I got one on May 9th.
    Hello, I am Jessy from CornerStone Staffing Recruitment USA. Are you interested in a remote position?
    Phone number 484-254-1861

    Reply
    • Anonymous

      Wow… I literally got the text from Williams with the same number. This is so bad that we have to endure this in the mist of looking for true legit employment. They even had the “hiring manager” give me a call by the name of Eric Sipes (a Hispanic guy) who couldn’t pronounce his own “name”. He was insuring me it was legit, and I asked could he been identified on the company’s website. He couldn’t. Not to mention he called me on Facetime audio. It was interesting that he could barely answer questions and said how he understood people concerns of scams! This is just sad!!!!

      Reply
  6. PALANISAMY SEKAR

    Our Good Luck Employment Agency Pte Ltd, Singapore has been doing this service Since 2005. We have many workers from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka,and Myanmar. We can all kinds of SKILLED workers, IT holders, Mchanical Civil, Electrical Engineers, CNC Machinist, Welders, all kinds of Construction Skilled laborers, Cleaners, Housekeepers, Nurses, Elderly care takers, etc, You can reach us at sekar@goodluck.agency and our phone number +65-87268434/88057085

    We will bring the candidates by Visitor visa and they are ready to transfer to work pass.

    Reply
  7. Cassandra Battle

    I also just got a scam text from “Williams Smith” phone number 507-666-8104.

    Reply
  8. Mona

    I received an interview invitation from William. Phone number is 507-666-8104. He offered me a position making $35 an hour. He then emailed me a employment acceptance letter. He proceeded to tell me, the accounting department is going to send me a check for me to do a mobile deposit into my banking account and then purchase the equipment needed for the job.

    Reply
  9. Tonya Malcolm

    I too just received a text from Bill Smith 507-666-8104 with a remote job offer $35 per hour with equipment provided.

    Reply
  10. Tonya Malcolm

    I too just received a text from William Smith 507-666-8104 with a remote job offer $35 per hour with equipment provided.

    Reply
  11. Anonymous

    I recently received this text from 339-241-5599
    My name is James, I’m reaching out to you from Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, Phoenix, AZ. We’re currently recruiting workers for remote and freelance roles, and we think you’ll be a perfect fit!

    Would you like some more details?

    I knew it was a scam!!

    Reply
  12. Anonymous

    Wow… I literally got the text from Elizabeth from 848-385-3244. It’s deeply upsetting to see scammers exploiting job seekers by impersonating legitimate companies like Cornerstone Staffing Solutions. Many of us are navigating real transitions, financial stress, and uncertainty—and to be targeted during such a vulnerable time is beyond frustrating.

    Phone #: 848-385-3244

    Reply
  13. Anonymous

    Just got a text from Catherine claiming to be from Cornerstone Staffing Solutions. “We may have a role that fits you. Are you interested in learning more?” The call was from mobile number 949-683-5156.

    Reply
  14. Anonymous

    I’m Catherine from Cornerstone Staffing Solutions. We may have‌ a role that fits you. Are you interested in learning more? Number +1 (657) 790-1258

    Reply
  15. Anonymous

    Got a random text “Is this a good time to talk, at your c‍onvenience?” Then this ” I’m Anna from Corner‍stone‌ Staffing Solutions. We may have a role that fits you. Can ‌i sh‌‌are details?” Phone number 217-441-1779

    Reply
  16. zim michelle

    Alex vi©tim help AT w®iteme ✍• ¢ 0 M was mentioned in so many positive reviews and this was what pushed me to write to him about my difficulty in withdrawing from Cstone Canada and he’s super legit I got back my funds, he worked it out

    Reply
  17. 2

    LoL, I just got a unsolicited text from someone using your company name.
    Today the fake name is Scarlett!

    Reply
    • Lisa A. Miller

      (267) 936-2854 Hi there,this is Robin with Cornerstone Gigs

      You have been invited to sign the “Cornerstone Gigs Contractor Agreement”.

      Review and Sign

      Please contact us by replying to this email if you have any questions.

      Thanks,
      Cornerstone Gigs Team

      Reply
  18. T

    I received a message thru indeed then text from a Dana saying that cornerstone and premier solutions was the same company about a travel job she barely had information about in newark ny this is the number 251-4436-9436

    Reply
  19. Edgar

    I just wonder if this is scamer?

    Thank you for completing your application. We’re excited to invite you to the next step in joining the Account Verification & Support project through Cornerstone Gigs.

    This is a fully remote, flexible project with competitive pay and hands-on support throughout the process.

    Project Overview
    Role: Account Validation & Setup Support

    Pay: $30–$40+ per hour (Total earnings: $600+)

    Time Commitment: 15–20 hours total, completed mostly on your own schedule
    Location: 100% remote
    Payments: Over 70% of workers receive their first $100+ payment within 24 hours of onboarding

    Next Step: Complete the Candidate Screening Process
    To proceed, please take 5 minutes to complete the following:

    Resume or LinkedIn profile submission

    Social media URL submission

    Background and reference check consent

    Basic cognitive assessment

    Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

    Project Overview

    Project overview quiz

    Once complete, you’ll receive an invite to schedule a 15 minute information session to walk through the project and answer any questions you may have.

    [Complete the Final Form]

    About Cornerstone Gigs
    Cornerstone Gigs connects people with remote

    Reply
  20. Elaine Conrad

    Doesn’t seem like Cornerstone is responding to any of these, but certainly should be. The Cornerstone Gigs thing definitely looks like a money laundering scam, and they are boldly advertising on social media to recruit… The associated email address is team@cornerstone-gigs.com

    Hard pass on opening a bank account for them to deposit money into to test their ‘casino’ venture.

    Hey Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, you might want to investigate this nonsense, since they are claiming to be an arm of YOU!

    Reply
    • Chanell

      Thanks for letting me and everyone know that Cornerstone Gigs is a scam! Before I read this, I did a video call on Google Meet with Ruby M and she wanted me to email her an electric bill and ID or passport, provide two references, etc.

      Reply
  21. Andy D

    I actually had a video interview with a female name Julia. This is the number ‪+1 (267) 684-0185‬. With all the mixed reviews I have seen, not sure if I should continue

    Reply

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