Craigslist Jobs Server (2024)

FAQs

How do I know if my Craigslist job is legit? ›

Look for Signs of Unprofessionalism

Slang and poorly written, misspelled and abbreviated sentences as listings are not professional. A legitimate business would have a reputation and image to protect, so they would make sure that their ad is representing them properly, meaning the listing would have been proofread.

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you. If you have questions or would like to schedule an interview, please contact me by phone at [phone number] or by e-mail at [e-mail address]. I have enclosed my resume for your review, and I look forward to hearing from you.

I am particularly interested in [Describe positions that would potentially interest you]. If you have any open positions like this at [Company name], I would love to hear more about them. I have attached my resume for your review, and you can contact me at [Email address or/and phone number].

While there are legitimate work-at-home positions, Craigslist has a host of fake ones as well. Even positions that are real typically require substantial, undisclosed capital investment or an unrealistic amount of work for the money.

When you reply directly from Craigslist, your email address will be visible to the recipient. To reply anonymously, you need to create a free Web-based email address, which does not contain identifiable information.

Highlight specific details from the job posting that caught your attention and explain why you're a great fit. 3️⃣ Introduce yourself: Start your response by introducing yourself. Share your name, current position (if applicable), and any relevant experience or qualifications that make you a standout candidate.

Include an Intro or Cover Letter. The body of your email can either be a brief introduction or act as a cover letter. You can decide which option makes sense given the nature of the position and your preference.

Avoid adding any personal information in the posting, including your name, real phone number or real email address. Always use the generated email address on your Craigslist posts. This creates a random email address, so the poster doesn't have your real email on file.

What should I be careful of on Craigslist? ›

Scammers often use fake sites to lure buyers into paying for items that don't exist. Always check the URL before finalizing a purchase. Craigslist does not back any transaction on its site. If you receive an email or text trying to sell you purchase protection, you're looking at a scam.

You can say something like, I sincerely appreciate the time that you took to share more about your organization and I enjoyed meeting everyone on the team. I'm not able to accept this offer, but I hope our paths will cross in the future.

Send them a very polite email saying “Thank you for taking the time to interview me. I'm sorry things didn't work out this time, but please keep me in mind should this position or a similar one open up in the future.”

Appointment setter is a legit side hustle, as over 17,965 people are making money this way in the US in 2023. But you can get scammed if you work for shady companies or MLMs that take advantage of you because it's only an entry-level position.