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Vista Equity Partners hosted its 2025 Vista Agentic AI Hackathon from July 21–23, bringing together HBCU students for a 24-hour tech challenge focused on the future of artificial intelligence. Held in Washington, D.C., the event welcomed students from across the country to work with tech industry leaders to build generative AI-powered agents designed to solve real-world problems.
Participation was fully sponsored by Vista, including travel, hotel accommodations, and meals,ensuring that students could focus entirely on collaboration, learning, and innovation.
“Events like this prove just how much brilliance is waiting to be unlocked when students are given access and opportunity,” said Ivana Jackson, the Director of internXL. “We’re proud to support our scholars as they build the technical skills, confidence, and networks they need to lead in the AI economy.”
Students joined teams from the leading software companies and competed for cash prizes. The hackathon was part of Vista’s broader mission to increase access to tech careers, while equipping students with the tools to thrive in a digital-first future.
The internXL team was proud to attend the event and amplify the experience of HBCU students through on-site storytelling, video interviews, and content capture.
internXL was founded by Robert F. Smith,entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of Vista Equity Partners,to expand pathways to career success for students. The initiative was built to match high-potential talent with paid internships, full-time opportunities, and the wraparound support needed to thrive in today’s workforce.
Through programs like the Vista Hackathon, internXL continues to pursue its mission of ensuring that every student has access to the skills, networks, and opportunities that unlock long-term career success.