I have heavily improved my researching skills, including the ability to find appropriate sources and extract data quickly and effectively. During meetings and progress checks I also developed my presentation skills. The modelling section of the project also exposed me to new modelling techniques. Overall, this placement has had a large effect on my profitability.

I enjoyed research-based work and I am now considering the possibility of completing a PhD later in my career. I have also decided to go into consultancy over working for an OEM company, this will provide a middle ground between a generic OEM engineering job and research.

It is definitely worth applying for a summer internship if you are interested in research as a career or not! If you aren't, the worst that can happen is that you gain some experience and employability skills. Alternatively, you could enjoy it and find a new career path.