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How much do sleep internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for sleep internship in Texas is $17.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.41 and $18.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sleep internship?

A Sleep Internship is a role where participants test sleep-related products, environments, or studies by sleeping under specific conditions. Interns may be required to evaluate mattresses, track sleep patterns, or contribute to sleep research. The goal is to provide insights on sleep quality, comfort, and overall restfulness. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy sleeping and are interested in improving sleep science.

What can I expect during a typical day as a sleep intern?

During a Sleep Internship, your typical day will involve participating in or assisting with sleep studies, which may include monitoring sleep environments, collecting and recording data, and sometimes spending nights at the research facility. You will work closely with research staff and follow detailed protocols to ensure the study’s accuracy and participant safety. While much of the work is scheduled around specific study sessions, you may also assist with equipment setup, data entry, and administrative support tasks. This immersive experience provides valuable exposure to sleep research and helps you build foundational skills for future roles in healthcare or clinical research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the sleep internship position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Sleep Internship, you should possess keen observational skills, an openness to participate in controlled sleep studies, and strong attention to protocols, often backed by enrollment in a relevant academic field such as psychology, biology, or health sciences. Familiarity with tools like polysomnography equipment, sleep tracking software, and data entry systems is valuable. Professionalism, reliability, clear communication, and the ability to follow detailed instructions help interns stand out. These skills and qualities ensure reliable participation in research studies and contribute valuable, accurate data to sleep science teams.

What are the most commonly searched types of Sleep jobs in Texas?

The most popular types of Sleep jobs in Texas are:

Infographic showing various Sleep Internship job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,514 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Polysomnographer - Webster Sleep Lab (Nights)(6:30p-8a M-W and Th-Sat)(Rotating shifts)

UTMB Health

Galveston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


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Job description

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
No experience required. Current BCLS, Board Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist-or-Satisfactory completion of an Accredited Polysomnography Training Program -or-Satisfactory completion of the Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP), and- Registered in Sleep Technology through one of the following organizations: The American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM),The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) ,The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), or an equivalent examination accepted by AASM.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position works under limited supervision to perform advanced technical skills in the performance of comprehensive polysomnographic testing, analysis, evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient education.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study tracing quality to ensure that signals are artifact-free and makes adjustments as necessary.
  • Gathers, analyzes, and collects patient information in an effort to meet patient specific needs in conjunction with Sleep Disorders Center protocols.
  • Prepares a summary of technical findings for interpretation by a sleep specialist by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age specific care and perform diagnostic and/or therapeutic testing on pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Prepares and calibrates equipment used for testing to determine proper functioning and makes adjustments if necessary.
  • Applies electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
  • Follows procedural protocols to ensure the proper collection of appropriate data.
  • Responds to patient's procedural-related questions by providing appropriate information and education (i.e. mask fitting, PAP devices).
  • Provides assistance to rotating students, interns, and residents.
  • Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times.
  • Assists the Program Manager with the maintenance of the Sleep Disorders Center accreditation via the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) through standardized protocols and quality measures (i.e. inter-scorer reliability).
  • Is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of sleep medicine and evolving sleep-specific technologies, skills, and policies.
  • Adheres to internal controls established for department.

Salary:
Salary commensurate with experience
Schedule :
Nights. 6:30p-8a M-W 5 weeks and Th-Sat 5 weeks. Rotating shift every 5 weeks.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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