AFL allows you to work on projects that allow you to develop professionally in accordance with your goals. Not only do they allow you to demonstrate your fundamental engineering concepts, but also allow you to use practical tools that you might not have previously been exposed to.
What I wish was different
I wish I could've collaborated on some projects with the other co-ops so that I can get a feel for team-based projects.
Advice
Always be eager to learn. If you don't understand something, it is always better to ask than to assume you already know or won't need to.