We posted a job. Then came the AI slop, impersonator and recruiter scam

2 months ago

Andrew Losowsky shares his experience hiring an engineer and encountering numerous AI-generated fake applications.
Fake resumes and applications were identified through repeated contact information, identical design patterns, and suspicious LinkedIn profiles.
Many responses to application questions followed a near-identical pattern, indicating AI-generated content.
Some applicants even included 'ChatGPT says' in their answers without explanation.
Scammers created fake email addresses and sent technical tests to jobseekers, requesting financial information.
Despite the challenges, the hiring process resulted in a successful hire.
The experience highlights the growing issue of AI-generated fake applications in remote hiring.

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