RICHMOND, Va. — Cristo Rey Richmond High School students interested in science, technology, engineering and math had a chance to ask one of Bank of America’s top technology executives how artificial intelligence is shaping the careers they may pursue.
Hari Gopalkrishnan, the bank’s chief technology and information officer, visited the school Tuesday for a roundtable and one-on-one mentoring with students. The visit gave students a chance to hear directly from a technology leader in financial services about how AI and other changes in the industry could affect their opportunities as they enter the workforce.
The visit came as Bank of America named Cristo Rey and CARITAS its 2026 Richmond Neighborhood Builders through its Neighborhood Builders program. The bank recognized both nonprofits at a ceremonial check presentation at VPM. Each organization received a $200,000 multi-year grant, along with leadership training for its executive director and an emerging leader.
How Cristo Rey will use its grant
Cristo Rey will use its grant to help cover operating costs for its Corporate Work Study Program. Through the program, 205 students in ninth through 12th grades spend one day a week in a professional workplace. More than 50 employers, from local nonprofits to corporations, give students hands-on experience in entry-level roles while they’re still in high school…