February 22, 2026

Right of Way Land Acquisition Intern - Summer 2026
Bowman Consulting,
Manassas, VA
The Position
Bowman has an opportunity for a Right of Way Land Acquisition Intern to join our team in Manassas, VA.Introduction to various aspects of land acquisition both as a Right-of-Way Agent in the field and working with a coordinator team in the office.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Direction
- Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.
At the Operational and Company Level
- Interact with multiple departments and peers within the organization and participate in intern program learning and development opportunities.
Do the Work
- Conduct research and due diligence related to land acquisition.
- Prepare various documents and agreements.
- Communicate with landowners and developers.
- Learn negotiation strategies for obtaining signatures on various documents on behalf of clients.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent commensurate experience required.
- Enrolled in a 4-year college degree program focused in land management/energy land management, real estate or related discipline.
- Comfortable and skilled communicating with landowners by phone and in person.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.
- Willingness and eagerness to learn.
- Self-started with the tenacity to seek out resources to further knowledge and experience.
- Strong work ethic with focus on quality results.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
- Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
- Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
- Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
- Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.
