Tech Mentorship Intern Spotight: Caleb

Tech Mentorship Intern Spotlight: Caleb Moe

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Caleb Moe is a senior at Iowa State University, majoring in Computer Science, and a Tech Mentorship Intern with Pi515 at John Deere. With a passion for programming and a love for teaching, Caleb brings curiosity, patience, and energy into every classroom.
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What motivated you to become a student intern with Pi515?

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“I genuinely enjoy teaching, and so when I saw that there was a position to teach kids how to program, I knew it was for me. I am generally passionate about programming, and I have had previous experience teaching students how to program in a summer camp setting. It felt like my experiences aligned directly with what the program needed.”

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What has been your favorite part of interning so far?

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“So far, my favorite part of interning has been working with the students and watching their natural curiosity for learning flourish. For me, I have always enjoyed the ‘aha’ moment that people get once they fully understand something.”

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What’s one thing you’ve learned from interning with Pi515?

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“For me, it helps me realize that everyone comes from different backgrounds and thus might need different types of support in both a professional setting but also outside of the workplace too.”

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Outside of work and school, what are your favorite hobbies or interests?

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“I’ve recently gotten really into watching soccer. I have a group of friends who watch a lot of soccer games with me. I also love to watch basketball. I also enjoy running in my free time.”

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If you could describe your Pi515 experience in three words, what would they be?

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“Impactful, Collaborative, Growth-oriented.”

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What advice would you give to a student thinking about joining Pi515?

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“I feel that Pi515 gives every student, regardless of their background, a chance to grow professionally and personally. I would say to give Pi515 a try, all of our programs will try to accelerate your career and give you real, applicable skills and connections.”

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We wish Caleb all the best on the rest of his journey! It is a pleasure to hear how much he has enjoyed being a mentor so far.