Job applicants in Japan embrace ChatGPT to improve their chances

The use of ChatGPT among job applicants has grown in popularity amid their concerns about their own ability to create a resume that stands out in a competitive job market. In Japan, it is customary for students to begin job hunting long before graduation. The job-hunting process is arduous, and there is a stigma around failing to secure a job before graduation. One critical aspect of the application process is the completion of company-specific questionnaires known as "entry sheets" (ES), with students typically applying to several firms. These sheets require concise responses, typically within 150 to 400 characters, for each question.