Career Services
Career Services
Student Disclaimer
Career Services and related offices at the University of Central Florida (UCF) are designed to
prepare students and alumni to pursue employment in their field of study or related areas
according to the highest standards of professional practice within the domain of higher
education. We offer career preparatory services and support for work-related opportunities, but
do not make specific recommendations regarding off-campus employers recruiting through
Career Services. UCF Career Services maintains Knight Link as a service to students, alumni
and employers.
The posting of job announcements in Knight Link does not indicate an
endorsement or recommendation from UCF or UCF Career Services. UCF Career Services
abides by the principles of ethical conduct set forth by NACE (National Association of Colleges
and Employers) and expects employers who use our services to adhere to these principles along
with EEO guidelines and offer employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual
orientation, or disability. We strive to ensure that employers engaged in campus activities and
student/alumni hiring (both online and in person) adhere to ethical standards. However, UCF
Career Services is unable to research the legitimacy and validity of each organization or person
that posts a job vacancy or to guarantee that all jobs are still available. UCF Career Services and
related offices make no guarantee about positions listed and are not responsible for safety,
wages, working conditions, or other aspects of off-campus employment.
It is the responsibility of individual job seekers to research the integrity of the organization(s) to
which they are applying and to verify the specific information pertaining to the job posting. Job
seekers are advised to exercise due diligence, and use caution and common sense when applying
for or accepting any position, particularly in a domestic role, employment in a private home, or
other opportunities not affiliated with a public or private sector organization. UCF Career
Services does not guarantee job placement for students or alumni. The UCF Career Services
P.O. Box 160165 • Orlando, FL 32816-0165 • (407) 823-2361 • FAX (407) 823-5909 • www.career.ucf.edu
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Institution
website and Knight Link contain links to other websites as a convenience for its users, and UCF
is not responsible for the contents of any linked site.
In consideration for the benefits associated with utilizing the career resources made available to
me, including, but not limited to Knight Link, I hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE,
AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE, AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD
HARMLESS for any and all purposes the UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (including,
but not limited to UCF’s Career Services and related offices), the UCF BOARD OF TRUSTEES,
the STATE OF FLORIDA and the FLORIDA BOARD OF GOVERNORS and their respective
officers, servants, agents, volunteers, or employees (herein collectively referred to as
RELEASEES) FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, CLAIMS,
DEMANDS, CAUSES OF ACTION OR INJURY, that may be sustained by me due to or in
connection with my utilization of the career resources made available to me, including, but not
limited to Knight Link, whether caused by RELEASEES’ negligence or otherwise.
For your privacy and protection when applying to a job online, please follow these tips to
be safe:
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Use common sense when applying for off-campus employment. If a potential employer
asks you to participate in an activity that makes you feel uncomfortable, don’t do it.
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Do not give your social security number to a prospective employer, provide credit card or
bank account information, or perform any sort of monetary transaction.
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Be wary of check-cashing scams. If someone asks you to deposit a check or money order
into your personal account and send money to another individual, you should refuse.
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Don’t deposit a check or money order into your personal bank account and forward a
percentage to the new employer, keeping a "commission."
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Avoid job listings that use language such as “money transfers” or “wiring funds.” If a
legitimate employer requires you to transfer money for your job, the money will come
from the employer’s business account, not your personal account.
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Do not offer personal financial information. A legitimate employer will not request your
bank account, credit card or Paypal account number or other information.
Division of Academic Affairs
P.O. Box 160165 • Orlando, FL 32816-0165 • (407) 823-2361 • FAX (407) 823-5909 • www.csel.ucf.edu
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Institution
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Do not fax copies of your identification or Social Security number to an unknown person.
Offer these documents to your employer only when you are physically at the place of
employment.
What to do if you believe you are the victim of a scam or fraudulent posting:
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If you have encountered a fraudulent posting, company or organization, or if you believe
any employer listing jobs with UCF has misrepresented opportunities or has otherwise
engaged in unethical conduct concerning recruitment or employment practices, please
contact UCF Career Services via phone at (407) 823-1366 or email csrecruit@ucf.edu so
the posting can be investigated and appropriate action can be taken.
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You should immediately contact the local police. The police are responsible for
conducting an investigation (regardless of whether the scam artist is local or in another
state).
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If you have sent money to a fraudulent employer, you should contact your bank and/or
credit card company immediately to close the account and dispute the charges.
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If the incident occurred completely over the internet, you should file an incident report
with The United States Department of Justice (www.cybercrime.gov) and the Federal
Trade Commission (http://www.ftc.gov).
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If you are ever concerned about the validity of a posting, please contact a member of the
UCF Employer Relations team via phone at (407) 823-1366 or email csrecruit@ucf.edu
for assistance in researching the position.
Division of Academic Affairs
P.O. Box 160165 • Orlando, FL 32816-0165 • (407) 823-2361 • FAX (407) 823-5909 • www.csel.ucf.edu
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Institution