Mattress Firm Unveils 2019 Snoozeterns

June 26, 2019  by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry   

During the search for the ultimate slumber star, Mattress Firm reviewed more than 2,100 applications and received more than 1,400 responses from voters on social media. 

As the company's "sleep-fluencers," Favian and Harrison will do more than just sleep on the job. They will create engaging video and social content about how to get a good night's sleep, serve as in-house bed testers providing real-time feedback to consumers about Mattress Firm's products and accessories and have a first-hand look at the Company's culture.

"We were absolutely thrilled by the sheer volume of applicants this year. The Snoozetern position resonates with job seekers and is clearly seen as a unique internship opportunity. And even though combing through the more than 2,000 applications was a process, we ultimately found not one, but two people who take sleep as seriously as we do," said Scott Thaler,  chief marketing officer. 

"Sleeping on the job is not something most employers encourage, but we're obsessed with connecting customers with the best bed for them, and we go to great lengths to make that happen - even encouraging our Snoozeterns to sleep on the clock,” added Thaler. “Emily and Shakur will experience a once-in-a-lifetime internship where they get paid to sleep while also gaining valuable real-world experience."

Favian and Harrison are creative, self-starters who are enthusiastic about creating engaging content, and sharing the brand's passion for sleep.

"Sleep and sharing on social media are two of my favorite pastimes, so when I saw that Mattress Firm's Snoozetern would give me the opportunity to do both, I had to apply," Harrison said. "It really is a dream job. I can't wait to share my experience of testing products, interacting with sleep experts and getting to know Mattress Firm's employees," Favian added. 

Favian's and Harrison's role as Snoozetern will go through mid-August, where they will be immersed in all things sleep at Mattress Firm's BEDQuarters in Houston, beginning with their first assignment – a mini content series reviewing products for Mattress Firm's upcoming sale.