I was challenged in many different ways and learned skills that could not be taught in the classroom settings. My writing, analytical, and teamwork skills were significantly strengthened.
What I wish was different
I wish I knew about the workload prior to signing up for this opportunity. The stipend that i was given did not suffice with the amount of work we were doing.
Advice
Research is great. It challenges you in many ways and forces you to be curious and think out of the box.