Research literature on the selection interview since 1949 is reviewed. Major sections include validity studies, studies dealing with the accuracy of information obtained in the interview, and analytic and model-testing studies. Recurring evidence suggests that the interview may be most successful if limited to the assessment of personal relations and career motivation. Recent analytic studies involving content analyses and decision-making processes show promise of providing new insights into the interview process. (75 ref.)
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