Korean Job Discussion Forums

[ron_j]

I am really paranoid about identity theft over the internet. I've read on some resume sites that you shouldn't add extra info like your address if it's not asked for. Also, is there a chance of any repercussions from sending a scanned copy of your passport? Thanks.

[braunshade]

Oh yeah, always REFUSE to provide any indentifying information on your resume and NEVER send anyone a copy of your passport or ID card. You should always disguise yourself if you are asked to send a photo too.

I am sure you are aware that all that one needs to obtain a passport in you name is just a PHOTOCOPY!

[ron_j]

Sigh, the sarcasm wreaks from your reply. Anyways, I'm wondering if its more than they actually need. A scan of my diploma? What for? A scan of my passport? Why not just give the textual stuff on it?

[KOD]

So, let's outline the scenario. S/He steals your identity (scanned diploma and passport). Now, with your identity, s/he might be quasi-qualified to get a job at some small hagwon. Now, being by law 50/50 liable for your student loans, they DO get a hagwon job and work hard. Meanwhile, you sit back, drink beer and wait till he/she pays off your student loans and builds experience on your resume. That's when you steal your identity back and apply for a new job in Korea ^ ^

[sadsac]

I wouldn't be to concerned about sending those documents electronically. If you are concerned then ask them for a fax number and fax them. That may alleviate any stress you may encounter.

[fusionbarnone]

You are not paranoid. The internet makes an old game easier for those inclined to lives of larceny.

Stalkers, scammers, and thieves who require personal info. in order to apply for credit cards in your name would love such info(phishing; key loggers; info. trojons, etc). Access to an address can also give the ID thief access to your bills so as to change the adds. Your personal add.(where you sleep) is also where the mail arrives is priceless to ID thieves.

Do not leave your middle name or birth date on your resume. Bank access can be further compromised with parent's maiden names, etc. Be careful with all reference information as well.

I wouldn't be surprised if "hiring personnel" at unis in Korea or at hogwons are passed aroud by the waegooks working there(saw an entire passport page of a job applicant posted on this website once for the entire world to see) so much for info. security.

"Unique Identifiers" like these are the most valuable you have. The damage that can be wrought upon you, can leave you with "new" bills for years along with debt collectors and continuing threats of legal action for something you didn't do.

Practise your own due diligence and don't include/provide personal stuff until you actually have the job.

Also, if you like to download music/video files via file sharing, insure that documents are not stored on your computer's harddrive. If you allow uploads without limiting access, than even your word files can be read.