As many as 4 in 10 companies say they've posted a "fake job listing" this year, and 3 in 10 companies say they're currently advertising for a role that isn't real. That's according to aFake jobs, in this case, refer to online listings for roles the company isn't actively hiring for but wants to use to collect resumes, among other reasons. (Fake jobs that
For example, temp agencies "constantly need new talent and are always running new job ads because, if a client needs someone, they need who's already vetted," Haller tells CNBC Make It. In these situations, agencies may contact and interview candidates to keep their information on file until a real vacancy opens up.According to the survey, hiring managers are most likely to post fake openings for entry-level and mid-level roles.
Finally, hiring managers say they keep fake listings up in order to collect resumes to keep on file for later. But that's not to say they're completely unhelpful. Think of online job ads as a starting point, Haller says. Finally, use the online post to find the hiring manager and send an email or LinkedIn message to express your interest, provide your resume and mention that you've applied through the company's official hiring channels.