Senior labour officer Catherine Chan Tak-ching offered tips for students seeking summer jobs: Be careful about doubtful recruitment advertisements, especially those which require no skills or academic qualifications but offer high pay; During job interviews, be alert to whether the job offer is genuine; Do not accept a job which may involve immoral or unlawful behaviour; Be very careful about signing any contract; Consider carefully before accepting any demand from an employer for money; Consult your parents, teachers or the appropriate authorities immediately in case of doubts or problems.
The Labour Department has produced two sets of videos on employment traps and the rights of an employee under an employment contract. Those interested can see the videos at the careers information centres at Southorn Centre in Wan Chai and Mongkok Government Office at 30, Luen Wan Street, Mongkok.
