An Evaluation of Criterion-Related Validity in Sentences of New Applicants Using the Results on a Job Interview and Personality Scale

Abstract

This study examines criterion-related validity of sentences in students’ application form for recruiting new employees, using collected data from a Japanese company. Based on t-test results, significant differences in word frequency were verified in 19 words between higher and lower appraisal in job interviews. Correlation analysis showed that partial words have significant correlation with the big five personality factors. Analysis methodology was proposed.