Promoting entrepreneurial skills and integrating social issues into STEM fields encourages creative solutions for societal challenges. However, interdisciplinary pro-grams that incorporate social sustainability remain rare globally. A study on a social innovation summer school examined whether this format equips STEM students with the skills and mindset for active social engagement. Students appreciated the interdisciplinary exchange and practical orientation, but assessing the societal impact of their work proved challenging. The summer school raised awareness of social responsibility, highlighting the need for long-term integration of such approa-ches in STEM education