Poor personal impression – It can appear careless or dishonest.
Small world, lasting impact – Reputation spreads quickly, and candidates have been black‑listed for similar missteps.
Employers verify details – If neither Extern nor the host can confirm your stated position, credibility suffers.
Skewed company metrics – Inflating head‑count data for a host organization creates real headaches for them.
Lost opportunities for others – Hosts may withdraw from future programs if they feel misrepresented.