Victim Location 91306
Type of a scam Employment
I was contacted via email by a Jessica Baker, Human Resources with the offer of a Project Management position in California.
Initial email:
I am writing to thank you for your interest in the Project Manager position with Inter Transportation Co.
First of all, let me tell you something about the company and what we do, and then I’ll give you further details about the position on offer.
We also encourage you to visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do.
Inter Transportation is a fast growing, privately run European (Stockholm-based) logistics company.
Our comprehensive range of logistics services includes transportation via air, sea and land; warehousing and supply chain management.
We currently have a total of more than 1000 employees distributed between our offices in Europe, China and the U.S.A.
We hope to increase our presence in CA with your help.
INDUSTRY: Logistics & Transportation.
LOCATION: Headquartered in Stockholm, expanding within the United States and Canada.
FOUNDED: 2011.
VISION STATEMENT: To provide the best possible logistics services at reasonable prices by focusing on our customers’ needs.
MISSION STATEMENT: To increase the efficiency of freight management by introducing innovative, cost-effective logistics solutions.
POSITION: Project Manager (ref. num: 1670).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
• DEVELOPING GOALS: the project manager must ensure that realistic goals are set for all departments involved in a project;
• PLANNING: the project manager is responsible for drafting plans detailing how the work will be carried out;
• MONITORING: the project manager is responsible for monitoring and reporting on progress made throughout the project;
• CLOSING: on completion of the project, the project manager should request feedback on the work carried out.
SALARY (FIXED): $88,000.00 annually
POSITION: full-time, permanent
BENEFITS: medical insurance, 401k, 15 days paid vacation, sick leave, federal holidays, and bonuses
TRAVEL: local trips, 2-3 days/month (in-state only)
WORKING HOURS: 9am-5pm, local time
TRAINING PROGRAM: paid, $2,400.00-5,200.00
TRAINING PROGRAM DETAILS: a 4-week online training course based on the reading of study packs (one per day, Monday through Friday)
followed, every Friday, by a short test to assess understanding of the study materials.
The training takes less than 30 minutes a day, so it shouldn’t interfere with any of your other activities.
At the end of the 4th week you’ll receive a guaranteed paycheck for $2,400. Check can be replaced with direct deposit if you choose to.
It can be $5,200 if your total score is high enough. You’ll be invited to the second stage of the training if you pass. The second stage,
which is one week in length, is held in our NY office, it includes a brief introductory course, a final interview and negotiation of your
contract. You will receive a formal job offer before your come here. The company will cover all your expenses for the duration of the course,
your trip and stay.
Please let me know if you’re interested in the process, and I’ll forward you the full details with instructions on how to apply.
Thanks in advance and looking forward to hearing from you soon,
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Jessica Baker, Human Resources: 929-207-9459
405 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10174, U.S.A
Inter Transportation (U.S.A) Co./intertransllc.com
I replied with my interest and then received the following correspondence which also had two documents attached that I was to return. One of the docs asked for my birthdate, which is very odd, so I started looking further into the company and couldn’t find any matching information for them. I then realized this is a scam/fraud and have not corresponded further.
Second email:
Thank you for your interest in the Project Manager position and in our training program.
We are interested in CA area, mainly because of companies like Chevron Corp, Old California Mining Company and a number of others located in that area.
This area is very important for our future. In your case, the office will be in LA – it’s due to open in April.
You won’t have to relocate. You can either work from our nearest branch or from home. When the exact location is announced,
you’ll be one of the first to know. If you choose to work from home, we’ll provide everything you need including laptop, scanner,
printer and phone – and we’ll cover all related expenses.
To apply, please fill out the attached Questionnaire and Agreement and return them via email within 1 business day. If you still have any
questions we’d be happy to phone you for a chat at a time that suits you – just let us know in your email.
The next training session starts on the 11th of February and lasts 5 weeks. The first 4 weeks are devoted to daily studies with a weekly test on Fridays,
and the 5th week is reserved for the final test.
For the next 4 weeks, you will be receiving one study pack in your email every morning, Monday through Friday. The Friday pack will also include a short test
to assess your understanding of what you studied during the week. Highest scoring trainees will be invited to take part in part-time projects, for which they
will be paid. Paychecks will be sent out after you’ve completed the 4th test and before taking the final one. All trainees receive $2,400 as remuneration for
their time and effort. Please note: getting an above average test score can double this amount.
If you pass successfully through the first stage, you’ll be invited to take part in the second. The second stage takes place in New York and features a week-long
course of instruction followed by a final interview. We cover all expenses, including travel, food and accommodation. Your full-time engagement will begin after
you’ve completed both stages of the training. The full-time contract will be a W2 – the training period is covered by a 1099.
The Training Department would also like to conduct a telephone interview. I’ll sort out the timing for that as soon you send me your application forms.
Best Regards,
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Jessica Baker, Human Resources: 929-207-9459
405 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10174, U.S.A
Inter Transportation (U.S.A) Co.