DBC no worries. 2 more years and you are golden if you are flying the regional jets.
152 there are lots of opportunities in the States but as the pilot from Florida said you have to be very careful about the school you choose. Things tend to be a little hyped up on this side of the Atlantic and that goes for flight schools too. When in doubt go with the tried and true academies such as Flight Safety(Flor), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University(Flor), Sierra Academy of Aeronautics(Cali). Also be sure you can do a JAA conversion. As for actual opportunities for jobs in the States as a pilot you gotta have citizenship or a Green Card(permanent residency status) and it is tough to get. Best bet is through personal relationships or move to Cuba and paddle to Florida in a dingy. Just kidding.