Table 1 Definitions of career-relevant skills

Research skills

My current primary funding source helped me learn how to conduct research, make progress for my dissertation, and critically evaluate a journal article

Communication skills

My current primary funding source helped me learn how to communicate my ideas verbally, in writing, and to facilitate a difficult conversation

Peer training and mentoring skills

My current primary funding source helped me learn how to train and mentor peers

Teamwork and project management skills

My current primary funding source helped me learn how to work collaboratively in a team and to manage projects