I must admit, it is often easy to forget the age of some of the newer members. (God, I'm 17 and out of touch with younger people >.< )
However, you would have had a _much_ better reception had you not came in and said "Can I be a moderator?", or worse off "lolz can i be mods??/? lolz!!1!!". I'm just saying, come in here with a willingness to learn, a willingness to help, be here often and make yourself known, dont get on either side of flame wars (meaning always keep a level head). And, after a while, if there is a need for a mod in a section, you could put your name in the hat and have a good chance of getting picked.
Just my 2 cents, sorry for getting off topic.