Fake "internationalservicecheck.com" email

International Service Check (internationalservicecheck.com) is a legitimate mystery shopping company based in Germany. This email claims to come from International Service Check, but does not and it will be some sort of mystery shopping scam instead.

From: INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH <shopping@internationalservicecheck.com>Subject: Application for New Mystery Shoppers.
Date: 12 Sep 2011 17:10:21 -0500
Reply-To: adele.green@aol.com

We have a mystery shopping assignment in your area and we would like you to participate"

INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH is accepting applications for qualified individuals to become mystery shoppers. Its fun and rewarding,
and you choose when and where you want to shop. You are never obligated to accept an assignment.
There is no charge to become a shopper and you do not need previous experience. After you sign up, you will have
access to training materials via e-mail, fax or postal mail.

ABOUT US

INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH is the premier mystery shopping company; serving clients across America with over 500,000
shoppers available and ready to help businesses better serve their customers. Continual investment in the latest internet and
communication technologies coupled with over 16 years of know-how means working with INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH is a satisfying and
rewarding experience.

Secret shopping as been seen on ABC NEWS, NBC NEWS, L.A.TIMES.
Mystery Shopping provides an insight into what happens when hard won prospective buyers are in contact with your sales and
customer service teams. INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH’s range of Mystery Shopping services cover every aspect of the customer experience –
on-site and face-to-face, on the telephone and electronically, through your website.

We conduct evaluations by personal visits and/or by E-mail. "Mystery Shoppers" are independent contractors that conduct
"shops", complete online evaluation forms and get paid "per assignment".
We consider our shoppers part of our extended team. Most of our staff, including management, still Mystery Shop
and are aware of the challenges and rewards. We negotiate the best possible compensation for our
shoppers and will not accept business that is unfair to our team. If we wouldn't accept the shop, we don't expect you to.

Stores and organizations such as The Gap, Wal-Mart, Pizza Hut, and Bank. One amongst many others pay for Secret Shoppers to
shop in their establishments and report their experiences. On top of being paid for shopping you are also allowed to keep
purchases for free. INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH NEVER charge fees to the shopper. Training, tips for improvement, and shopping
opportunities are provided free to registered shoppers. Mystery shoppers are either paid a pre-arranged fee for a particular shop, a
reimbursement for a purchase or a combination of both.

We boast super fast payouts and expect high quality reporting in return to keep our clients satisfied.

We hold a strong belief in the fact that nothing is more important than the customers perceptions and this can
only be realized using "real consumers" (YOU) to perform evaluations. The same cannot be said for using
industry insiders or people from within the company, as their opinions are naturally subjective and biased. The
only opinions that count are ones of real consumers since they are the ones making purchases.

You will be required to interact with the shop clerk.

The assignment will pay $150 per assignment

If you feel you are a good candidate, then fill out the application form below
to this email (adele.green@aol.com) and we will get back to you shortly with the assignment:

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Full Name :
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Cell Phone Number:
Home Phone Number:
Age:
Current Occupation:
Email Address:

AVAILABILITY:

Days/Hours Available

Monday.............................................
Tuesday.............................................
Wednesday.............................................
Thursday.............................................
Friday.............................................
Saturday.............................................

Hours Available: from _______ to ______

We await your urgent response.

Sincerely yours,
Adele Green.
© 2011 INTERNATIONAL SERVICE CHECK / Multisearch GmbH   All Rights Reserved.

If you accept this job offer, then you will not be dealing with International Service Check.

The email originates from a server at 70.32.113.152 which belongs to Fivecube Pte in Singapore (the server is physically in California), although most likely this is either a compromised server or a customer. An examination of the mail headers indicate that it may originate from 69.92.92.47, a Cable One subscriber in Seminole, Oklahoma. The Reply-To address is adele.green@aol.com althought this is probably fake, so do not assume that it really is someone of that name behind it.

sshopper.net "mystery shopper" scam

We've seen this scam before, but this type the mystery shopper scam uses a domain of sshopper.net to solicit replies. Avoid.

Re: MS/Secret Shopper [$700/week]

Thank you for your interest in the MS Shopper position.
Our company conducts surveys and evaluates other companies in order to help them achieve their performance goals.
We offer an integrated suite of business solutions that enables corporations to achieve tangible results in the marketplace.

We get hired by other companies and act like customers to find out how they are handling their services in relation to their customers.
MS Shopping is the most accurate and reliable tool a business can use to gather information regarding their actual customer service performance at the moment of truth.
This moment of truth is not when the staff is on their best behavior because the boss is around - it is when they interact with customers during their normal daily routines.

This is where you, the MS Shopper, come in.
You pose as an ordinary customer and provide feedback of both factual observations (ex...the floor was free of debris)
and your own opinions (ex...I felt that the temperature in the establishment was too cold).

MS Shoppers must remain anonymous. You must act as a regular customer and be careful not to do anything that would reveal you as a shopper.
An inexperienced shopper could tip off the staff to his/her identity by asking for the manager's name for no clear or appropriate reason.
If you are going to be bringing someone with you on the shop, make sure you educate them about the process as well.
Beware that even whispers can be overheard by employees. If anyone notices you are a shopper,
you can bet that word will quickly spread around the establishment and you will get some of the best customer service in town.

No company can afford to have a gap between the promise of quality and its actual delivery, that's why leading corporations look to us,
the nation's premiere MS shopping and customer experience measurement company.

In order for a business to effectively compete in today's economy, they must be prepared to meet the challenge of increasing sales by:
* Retaining existing customers
* Acquiring new customers
* Creating word-of-mouth advocacy
* Improving customer loyalty

Once we have a contract to do so, you would be directed to the company or outlet, and you would be given
the funds you need to do the job(either purchase merchandise or require services), after which you would write a detailed report of your experience.

Examples of details you would forward to us are:
1) How long does it take to get served.
2) Politeness of the attendant.
3) Customer service professionalism.
4) Sometimes you might be required to upset the attendant, to see how they deal with difficult clients.

Then we turn the information over to the company executives and they will carry out their own duties in improving their services.
Most companies employ our assistance when people complain about their services, or when they feel there is a need for them to improve upon their customer service.
Our company partners with you to implement proven MS shop auditing and surveying strategies that provide critical information about customer experiences.

You will be paid a commission of $100 for every duty you carry out, and bonus on your transportation allowance.
Your task will be to evaluate and comment on customer service in a wide variety of restaurants, retail stores, casinos,
shopping malls, banks and hotels in your area.

Qualities of a good MS Shopper:
* Is 21 years of age or older
* Loves to go shopping
* Is fair and objective
* Is ON TIME
* Is very observant and able to focus on details
* Is fairly intelligent
* Has patience
* Is detail oriented
* Is practical
* Types well
* Is trustworthy
* Explains well in writing
* Is discreet
* Loves to learn
* Handles deadlines
* Has full internet access (at home or at work)

MS Shopping is fun and exciting but also must be approached very seriously and is definitely not for everyone.

If you are interested in applying for consideration as a MS Shopper do send in your information: Guadalupe@sshopper.net
Full Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Phone Number:
Age:
Occupation:

As soon as we receive your information we will add you to our database and we will look for locations in your area that needs to be evaluated.

The possition is only available for United States.

Thank you,
Guadalupe VEYTIA

xshopperjob.com mystery shopper scam

A mystery shopper scam to avoid, from a domain registered in Russia.

Date: 16 October 2010 15:48
Subject: Re: MS Shopper [$800/week]

Thank you for your interest in the MS Shopper position.
Our company conducts surveys and evaluates other companies in order to help them achieve their performance goals.
We offer an integrated suite of business solutions that enables corporations to achieve tangible results in the marketplace.

We get hired by other companies and act like customers to find out how they are handling their services in relation to their customers.
MS Shopping is the most accurate and reliable tool a business can use to gather information regarding their actual customer service performance at the moment of truth.
This moment of truth is not when the staff is on their best behavior because the boss is around - it is when they interact with customers during their normal daily routines.

This is where you, the MS Shopper, come in.
You pose as an ordinary customer and provide feedback of both factual observations (ex...the floor was free of debris)
and your own opinions (ex...I felt that the temperature in the establishment was too cold).

MS Shoppers must remain anonymous. You must act as a regular customer and be careful not to do anything that would reveal you as a shopper.
An inexperienced shopper could tip off the staff to his/her identity by asking for the manager's name for no clear or appropriate reason.
If you are going to be bringing someone with you on the shop, make sure you educate them about the process as well.
Beware that even whispers can be overheard by employees. If anyone notices you are a shopper,
you can bet that word will quickly spread around the establishment and you will get some of the best customer service in town.

No company can afford to have a gap between the promise of quality and its actual delivery, that's why leading corporations look to us,
the nation's premiere MS shopping and customer experience measurement company.

In order for a business to effectively compete in today's economy, they must be prepared to meet the challenge of increasing sales by:
* Retaining existing customers
* Acquiring new customers
* Creating word-of-mouth advocacy
* Improving customer loyalty

Once we have a contract to do so, you would be directed to the company or outlet, and you would be given
the funds you need to do the job(either purchase merchandise or require services), after which you would write a detailed report of your experience.

Examples of details you would forward to us are:
1) How long does it take to get served.
2) Politeness of the attendant.
3) Customer service professionalism.
4) Sometimes you might be required to upset the attendant, to see how they deal with difficult clients.

Then we turn the information over to the company executives and they will carry out their own duties in improving their services.
Most companies employ our assistance when people complain about their services, or when they feel there is a need for them to improve upon their customer service.
Our company partners with you to implement proven MS shop auditing and surveying strategies that provide critical information about customer experiences.

You will be paid a commission of $100 for every duty you carry out, and bonus on your transportation allowance.
Your task will be to evaluate and comment on customer service in a wide variety of restaurants, retail stores, casinos,
shopping malls, banks and hotels in your area.

Qualities of a good MS Shopper:
* Is 21 years of age or older
* Loves to go shopping
* Is fair and objective
* Is ON TIME
* Is very observant and able to focus on details
* Is fairly intelligent
* Has patience
* Is detail oriented
* Is practical
* Types well
* Is trustworthy
* Explains well in writing
* Is discreet
* Loves to learn
* Handles deadlines
* Has full internet access (at home or at work)

MS Shopping is fun and exciting but also must be approached very seriously and is definitely not for everyone.

If you are interested in applying for consideration as a MS Shopper do send in your information: Domiciano@xshopperjob.com
Full Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Phone Number:
Age:
Occupation:

As soon as we receive your information we will add you to our database and we will look for locations in your area that needs to be evaluated.

The possition is only available for United States.

Thank you,
Domiciano MECHOSO

The domain name is registered in Russia, contact details could well be fake:

Domain Name: XSHOPPERJOB.COM

Registrant:
    Beatles Steel
    Alexey Zhukov        (oloperz@usa.com)
    Novopeschanaya 56 8
    Moscow
    Moscow,145672
    RU
    Tel. +7.4999433354

Creation Date: 15-Oct-2010 
Expiration Date: 15-Oct-2011

Domain servers in listed order:
    ns2.reg.ru
    ns1.reg.ru

Administrative Contact:
    Beatles Steel
    Alexey Zhukov        (oloperz@usa.com)
    Novopeschanaya 56 8
    Moscow
    Moscow,145672
    RU
    Tel. +7.4999433354

Technical Contact:
    Beatles Steel
    Alexey Zhukov        (oloperz@usa.com)
    Novopeschanaya 56 8
    Moscow
    Moscow,145672
    RU
    Tel. +7.4999433354

Billing Contact:
    Beatles Steel
    Alexey Zhukov        (oloperz@usa.com)
    Novopeschanaya 56 8
    Moscow
    Moscow,145672
    RU
    Tel. +7.4999433354


All mail is handled by mx.yandex.ru in Russia, so this does look like a Russian operation. No surprises there.The email address is fairly well known for fraudulent activity too. Avoid.

Mystery Shopper Scam from "Shoppers Guide Ltd"

Mystery shopper scams aren't exactly rare, but they're not as obvious a scam as some others. The basic idea is that once you get roped in, then eventually the sting will come with you laundering stolen money or an advanced fee fraud. There are some details about typical mystery shopper scams here.

The spam originates from 82.128.2.21 in Nigeria.

From: ADAM SCOTT mystery.shopperonline33415@yahoo.com
Reply-To: mystery.shopperonline33415@yahoo.com
Date: 17 July 2010 15:39
Subject: JOB OFFER

Hello,

         We are a company that conduct surveys and evaluate other companies. We get hired to go to other peoples companies and act like customers in order to know how the staffs are handling their services in relation to their  customers. once we have a contract to do so, you would be directed to the company or outlet, and you would be given the funds you need to do the job(either purchase things or require services), after which you would write a  comment on the staffs activities and give a detailed record of your experience

Examples of details you would forward to us are :

1) How long it took you to get services.
2) Smartness of the attendant
3) Customer service professionalism
4) Sometimes you might be required to upset the attendant, to see how they react to clients when they get tensed.

 And we turn the information over to the company executives and they would  carry out their own duties in improving there services.

   Most companies employ our assistance when people give complains about their services, or when they feel there are needs for them to improve their customer service. your Identity would be kept confidential as the job states (secret shopper) you would be paid $300 for every duty you carry out, and bonus on your transportation allowance, and funds would be given to you if you have to dine as part of the duty.

  Your job will be to evaluate and comment on customer service in a wide variety of shops, stores, restaurant and services in your area. No commitment is made on this job, and you would have flexible hours as it suits you. We will be sending you check for any of your assignments which you will cash at your financial institution and you use the money to carryout the assignment. You do not have to use any money from your pockets. So we will provide you the money for all your assignments.If you are interested

The following information below will be needed :
Full Name:
Address (no Po Box):
City:
State:
Zip code:
Phone Number(s):
Email Address:
Age:
Occupation:

 So we can look at your distance from the locations which you have to put your service into, and your address would also be need for your payments.

Thanks.

Adam Smith
shoppers Guide Ltd
mystery.shopperonline33415@yahoo.com

Mystery Shopper Scam from "linkshare.humanresources@gmail.com"

LinkShare is an affiliate marketing company, this email purports to be from "LinkShare™" (note the nice use of the TM) and states that they are a market research company.. which they are not. Originating IP is 124.243.42.42 in Korea, replies are solicited to a free Gmail account rather than linkshare.com and the email is "from" alerts@careerbuilder.com which surely ain't right.

Basically, this is a standard mystery shopper scam email and it should be avoided at all costs.

Subject: MYSTERY SHOPPER OPENING: {$150 Per Survey}
From: "LinkShare™ Corporation" <alerts@careerbuilder.com>
Date: Wed, February 24, 2010 4:46 pm
Priority: Normal

About the Company:
LinkShare™ is a market research company that uses Mystery Shopping and Mystery Consuming to measure the quality of service rendered or gather specific information
about products and services. We use mystery shoppers to get the information anonymously.

Job Description & Responsibilities:
As our mystery shopper posing as normal customers, you will expected to perform specific tasks such as purchasing a product or using a service. We presently have a
couple of outstanding contracts, which means you will visit outlets in your area. While there, you will secretly evaluate things like customer service, store
cleanliness and quality of service rendered. When you're done, submit your shoppers report to us via e-mail and get paid for your opinions.

Some of the simple questions in your Shoppers Report will be:
. How well were you treated?
. Were the employees friendly and courteous?
. Did you receive prompt service?

That's all there is to it! The answers to these kinds of questions are extremely valuable to any business - You'll be providing important information that will be
used to improve the quality of businesses everywhere. You will be provided funds in advance for any upcoming survey via Checks to cover expenses.

Where will I be mystery shopping?
The companies we deal with mostly represent large chain stores and popular franchises with hundreds and thousands of locations across the country. They are stores, services and restaurants like:

. Money Gram
. Wal-Mart
. Western Union
. Cvs

Special skills are not required for this opening. However, in order to apply for this job you must ensure you have access to your e-mail at least twice daily and must read and respond to our notifications within 24 hours.

If you would like to be considered for assignments, please fill out the Application below as we hope to Welcome You to LinkShare™!

Full Names:
Address Line 1:
Address Line 2:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Age:
Home Phone Number
Cell / Mobile Phone Number:

All applications must be sent to: linkshare.humanresources@gmail.com

LinkShare™ Corporation
215 Park Avenue South 9th Floor
New York, NY 10003
Email: linkshare.humanresources@gmail.com

The information contained in this e-mail, and any attachment, is confidential and is intended solely for the use of the intended recipient. Access, copying or re-use of
the e-mail or any attachment, or any information contained therein, by any other person is not authorized. If you are not the intended recipient please return the e-mail to the sender and delete it from your computer.

"Testkauf" - German language "mystery shopper" scam

For some reason, I've been getting a lot of these German-language spams, mostly originating from Brazil..

Subject: Testkauf

Mitarbeiter fuer Testeinkauf bundesweit gesucht.
Bewerbung bitte an blahblah@yahoo.de

This roughly translates as:

Subject: Test Shopping
Searching nationwide for employees to do test purchasing.
To apply, please contact blahblah@yahoo.de

In each case, the header contain a fake "from" address, the Yahoo! email address changes constantly.. and the mail seems to come from Brazil. This is most likely just a version of the mystery shopper scam, and should be avoided.