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68 SMT007 MAGAZINE I NOVEMBER 2023 has a direct mentor, but he quickly emphasizes that the entire IPS team has been helping him learn, including an allowance for mistakes. You'll see how, with the guid- ance of his mentors, he is learning from those mistakes. His mentor, Ben Herring, told me that the mentorship program at IPS is not just important for high school students to gain real-world experience, but for everyone who works at IPS. Ben talks about the challenges of training and strategies to be successful. It was easy to see how a career in manufac- turing appeals to Caleb, especially when he started talking about the manufacturing tools he uses. He gave me a quick overview of a very cool project he's working on, and it was so encouraging to see his passion. I know you'll sense that right away. is is one video defi- nitely worth watching. CTE intern program and has taken full advan- tage of the experience, while sharing some concerns and advice for other high school stu- dents. At just 16 years old, Caleb already has goals and a clear direction for his career. He was so well-spoken about his passion for learning about manufacturing, and his journey through it. Mike recognizes this and has given Caleb responsibility for important tasks. Caleb also IPS intern Caleb Aagard with his mentor Ben Herring, and IPS President Mike Brask. Related video: Meet Caleb Aagard and Ben Herring (runtime 08:05)